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Thunderstorms and Hail Likely to Hit Multiple MP Districts After Heatwave

The India Meteorological Department has forecast thunderstorms and lightning across several Madhya Pradesh districts following a recent heatwave spell. Multiple cyclonic circulations and troughs are influencing the region, with wind speeds potentially reaching 60 kmph. Hail is also likely in areas like Raisen, Sanchi, and Bhimbetka. Residents are advised to stay indoors during lightning and secure loose structures.

Key Points: Thunderstorms to Hit MP Districts After Heatwave

  • Thunderstorms and lightning expected across MP districts
  • Wind speeds up to 60 kmph in some areas
  • Hail likely in Raisen, Sanchi, Bhimbetka, Guna, Vidisha
  • Temperatures to drop 2-3°C after initial rise
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After heatwave spell, thunderstorms likely to hit several MP districts

IMD forecasts thunderstorms, lightning, and hail in several Madhya Pradesh districts after a heatwave spell. Wind speeds may reach 60 kmph.

"Residents in several regions should prepare for moderate to intense weather activity during the afternoon and evening hours. - IMD Bhopal Centre"

Bhopal, May 2

A shift towards unsettled weather conditions, moving away from the recent dry spell and heatwave, is expected across several districts of Madhya Pradesh in the coming days.

While the weather remained largely dry in many divisions in recent days, significant atmospheric changes are now influencing the region, including multiple cyclonic circulations and troughs extending from Rajasthan to the northeast, the Bhopal centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

A wider swathe of the state will remain under a light thunderstorm watch, with wind speeds reaching up to 40 kmph. This alert covers Bhopal and Bairagarh, Gwalior, Datia, Ratangarh, Shajapur, Sehore and Damoh. In the eastern and southern belts, Jabalpur, Bhedaghat, Katni, Umaria, Bandhavgarh, Seoni, Balaghat, Mandla, Kanha and Anuppur are included in the forecast.

Furthermore, Rewa, Mauganj, Sidhi, Niwari, Orchha and Tikamgarh are likely to witness similar light thunderstorm activity accompanied by lightning, the IMD centre said.

Residents in several regions should prepare for moderate to intense weather activity during the afternoon and evening hours. Raisen, Sanchi and Bhimbetka are expected to experience moderate thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and wind speeds reaching up to 60 kmph. There is also a high likelihood of hail in these locations.

Similar conditions are predicted for Guna, Vidisha, Udayagiri, Ashoknagar, Sagar, Rajgarh and Narsinghpur, where residents may witness moderate to light thunderstorms. These areas could see lightning, hail and gusty winds peaking at around 50 kmph.

Maximum temperatures have reached 43.2 degrees Celsius in Raisen, while the lowest minimum temperature was recorded at 15.8 degrees Celsius in Damoh. Over the past 24 hours, rainfall has already been recorded at isolated places in the Shahdol, Chambal, Jabalpur and Sagar divisions. Notable rainfall totals include 8.6 mm in Panagar and 8 mm in Sleemanabad.

Looking ahead, the forecast suggests a slight rise in maximum temperatures by around 2 degrees Celsius over the next 48 hours. However, a gradual cooling trend is expected thereafter, with temperatures likely to drop by 2 to 3 degrees Celsius over the subsequent three days.

Authorities have advised residents to remain indoors during lightning activity and to secure loose structures to prevent wind damage.

- IANS

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Sarah B
'Light thunderstorm' with 60 kmph winds? That's basically a small cyclone! Hope everyone in Bhimbetka and Sanchi stays safe. The authorities' advice is good but people need to actually follow it.
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Arun Y
Good news for us in Gwalior! It's been unbearable with no AC. But why is it always the same pattern - heatwave then storms? Climate change has really messed up our seasons in MP.
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Nisha Z
Just got the alert on my phone about lightning in Rewa. Please stay safe everyone! And please don't use phone chargers during storms - my friend lost a phone that way.
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Michael C
Interesting that the forecast shows a 2°C rise first before cooling. Classic monsoon transition pattern. Was in Bhopal last year when these storms hit - the government should improve drainage systems in low-lying areas.
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Priya S
My father is a farmer in Damoh - these hailstorms could destroy his soybean crop. Wish the government had better crop insurance schemes. But thank you, IMD, for the timely warning.
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Karan T
Typical MP weather - from frying pan to fire and then a splash of water! At least the temperature will drop. But 40 kmph winds? Better tie down those loose roof sheets before the storm hits.

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