IMD issues yellow alert for Bihar Aug 11
Patna, Aug 10
Weather conditions in Bihar are expected to change rapidly over the next 72 hours.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Patna, has issued a Yellow Alert for more than 20 districts from August 11 to August 13, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph in several parts of the state.
The Meteorological Department has advised farmers and the general public to remain cautious during adverse weather and avoid open areas, particularly when thunderstorms and lightning occur.
On August 11, the weather impact is expected mainly in Seemanchal and the eastern and southwestern parts of Bihar. Supaul, Araria, Kishanganj, Saharsa, Madhepura, Purnea and Katihar may experience lightning and strong winds. Thunderstorms are also forecast in Buxar, Bhojpur, Kaimur, Rohtas, Aurangabad and Arwal.
Meanwhile, comparatively stable weather is expected in several central and northern districts, including Patna, Gaya, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga and Bhagalpur.
On August 12, the weather system is expected to shift towards North Bihar and Seemanchal. A Yellow Alert has been issued for West Champaran, East Champaran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Madhubani, Gopalganj, Siwan, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Saran, Vaishali and Samastipur, where gusty winds and lightning are likely. In contrast, Patna, Buxar, Bhojpur, Rohtas, Gaya, Nawada and Aurangabad are expected to remain in the Green Zone.
On August 13, the alert will continue across North Bihar and parts of eastern Bihar, including Munger, Khagaria, Bhagalpur, Banka and Jamui. Heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning and strong squalls is particularly likely around Kishanganj and Katihar. Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms may continue in other parts of North and East Bihar. Patna, Nalanda, Gaya, Aurangabad and Rohtas are expected to remain in the Green Zone.
The administration and weather authorities have urged people to remain alert during thunderstorms, avoid standing under isolated trees or in open fields, and follow official weather advisories. They have been advised to stay under concrete houses during rain and lightning strikes.
— IANS
Reader Comments
As someone living in Muzaffarpur, it's good to know we're in the Green Zone for August 11 but might get hit on the 12th. These alerts are useful but I wish IMD would give more specific timings. Last time they issued a yellow alert for our district, nothing happened at all. 😅
My parents are farmers in Kishanganj and they've already started securing their crops. These warnings are crucial for us. The administration should also ensure that power backup and emergency services are ready in case of uprooted trees or damaged lines. We can't afford to be careless.
I appreciate the IMD doing their job, but I wish they'd also focus on urban drainage systems. Every time it rains heavily in Patna, the streets flood and traffic becomes a nightmare. Let's hope the Green Zone prediction holds true for the capital! 🤞
This is important information, especially for those of us in East Champaran. I've already told my kids to stay indoors after school during this period. Thanks to the weather department for the timely alert. Stay safe everyone! 🙏
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical about these alerts. Last year they predicted heavy rain for Gaya and we barely got a drizzle. But better to be safe than sorry, right? I hope this time the forecast is accurate so farmers can plan their work accordingly.
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