New Delhi: April in India is showcasing a meteorological medley, with a fierce heatwave scorching certain regions while unexpected showers offer a cool reprieve in others. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has flagged the possibility of rainfall in select pockets of the capital, Delhi, on the 22nd of April. Meanwhile, states like Bihar and Odisha brace for the onslaught of blistering winds.
Heatwave Horror Hits Hard:
The IMD’s latest reports indicate that the heatwave’s grip will tighten over Gangetic West Bengal, Eastern Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Odisha. Bihar, in particular, is forecasted to experience a sizzling surge in temperatures. The mercury is soaring past the 40-degree mark, leaving these states sweltering under severe heatwave conditions.
Rain to Rescue the Roasted Regions:
Relief is on the horizon for several states currently wilting under the heat. The IMD predicts that from April 22 to 23, a series of showers accompanied by thunder, lightning, and gusty winds (30-40 km/h) will drench North Punjab and North Haryana. Additionally, Vidarbha, East Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Odisha can expect stormy weather with lightning and robust winds, potentially reaching speeds of 40-50 km/h, offering a much-needed cooldown.
Thunderstorm Warnings Across the Terrain:
A thunderous forecast looms over Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, and Telangana, with the IMD cautioning against strong winds (30-40 km/h) and lightning strikes. Similarly, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Uttarakhand, Western Uttar Pradesh, Western Madhya Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, and Central Maharashtra are on alert for potential lightning activity.
As the country navigates through this climatic conundrum, residents will witness a diverse weather pattern—some areas will be drenched by rains while others will continue to face the furnace-like heat.
