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Bengal Polls: Sweltering Heat, Thunderstorms Predicted on Voting Day

Voters in 142 constituencies face sweltering heat and possible thunderstorms on Wednesday for Bengal's second phase polls. The Met office warns of Nor'westers with winds up to 60 km/h and rain after 3 p.m. Heavy rain up to 200 mm is forecast for north Bengal districts later in the week. High humidity will increase discomfort despite a slight temperature drop of 3-4 degrees Celsius.

Key Points: Bengal Polls Phase 2: Heat and Thunderstorms Forecast

  • Second phase of West Bengal Assembly polls on Wednesday
  • 142 constituencies in south Bengal and Kolkata voting
  • Thunderstorms with 50-60 km/h winds predicted
  • Heavy rain up to 200 mm in north Bengal districts later
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Sweltering heat but thunderstorms later forecast for Bengal polls second phase voting day

Kolkata Met office predicts sweltering heat and thunderstorms for Bengal's second phase of Assembly polls on Wednesday, with rain warnings for south and north districts.

"A thunderstorm and hailstorm warning has been issued on the polling day. Wind speeds of 50 to 60 kilometres per hour are expected - Met Department official"

Kolkata, April 28

The Kolkata Met office has predicted sweltering heat, with high possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by rain later in the day, on Wednesday, when the second and final phase of voting in West Bengal Assembly polls will be held.

Along with political heat, voters in 142 constituencies in south Bengal districts and Kolkata are all set to experience sweltering heat during the day with the sky to remain overcast while there is a high possibility of Nor'wester later in the day, which might also occur during the voting hours after 3 p.m.

According to met office, a warning of thunderstorms, accompanied by rain, has been issued for south Bengal districts and Kolkata for the next four days.

On Tuesday, a day before voting, there is a possibility of thunderstorms and rain later in the day. According to the Met Office, the speed of the thunderstorms can reach 60 kilometres per hour. Due to the rain, the temperature in Kolkata may drop by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius, which will give some relief to the city residents from the discomfort. However, the high humidity level will increase the discomfort index, which will be felt in the daytime tomorrow.

The weather forecast is in place for Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, East Burdwan, Nadia, North 24 Parganas and South 24 Parganas districts, which will go to the polls in the second phase of voting. A heavy rain warning has been issued, especially for East Burdwan and its adjacent districts.

"A thunderstorm and hailstorm warning has been issued on the polling day. Wind speeds of 50 to 60 kilometres per hour are expected in East Burdwan, West Burdwan, Bankura, West Midnapore, Howrah, and Hooghly districts. A thunderstorm with rain warning is in place for the rest of the places which will go to the polls tomorrow," a Met Department official said.

Meanwhile, rain intensity may increase further in the north Bengal districts where polling is already held. Especially on Thursday, there is a possibility of very heavy rain of up to 200 mm in Alipurduar and Jalpaiguri districts. Thunderstorms and rains will continue in Darjeeling, Kalimpong and Cooch Behar districts throughout the week. Due to this rain, the temperature in the northern districts may drop by about 3 to 4 degrees Celsius.

- IANS

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Ananya R
Finally some respite from the scorching sun! But heavy rain can make polling difficult, especially for our elderly citizens. The administration should have proper shelter arrangements. Bengal ka weather bhi politics ki tarah unpredictable hai 😅
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Vikram M
Nor'wester at 60 km/h speed during voting hours after 3 PM? That's risky. Hope the EC and local authorities have contingency plans for electricity cuts and waterlogging in the booths. This is not just about comfort, but safety of voters and staff. Jai Hind.
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Priya S
As a voter from South 24 Parganas, I'm concerned about the hailstorm warning for East Burdwan. Rural areas have limited shelter options. The weather gods seem to be testing our democratic spirit! Let's all carry umbrellas and vote with determination. 🌧️🗳️
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Rohit P
Good that temperature will drop by 3-4 degrees. But humidity will still be high. I think the EC should extend voting hours if there's a delay due to rain. Also, the forecast for north Bengal with up to 200mm rain in Alipurduar is alarming. Hope no one is stranded while going to vote.
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Kavya N
Honestly, the political heat is more unbearable than the weather. But jokes aside, I appreciate the Met Department giving such detailed warnings. For once, I'm glad about the rain. It might keep some people away, but true democracy requires us to brave the elements. Stay safe, Bengal! 🙏

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