Thunderstorms, rain likely across parts of Punjab and Haryana
Chandigarh, January 23
Several parts of Punjab and Haryana are likely to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, moderate rainfall and gusty winds during the morning hours today, according to a tehsil-level nowcast issued by the India Meteorological Department.
The nowcast is valid from 6.25 am to 9.25 am for Punjab and from 6.24 am to 9.24 am for Haryana.
In Punjab, thunderstorms with lightning and moderate rain are very likely over parts of Budhlada, Lehra, Mansa, Sunam, Sangrur, Barnala, Tapa, Dhuri, Malerkotla, Moonak, Patran, Samana, Patiala, Nabha, Rajpura, Dera Bassi, Fatehgarh Sahib, Amloh, Mohali, Bassi Pathana, Khanna, Payal, Chandigarh, Kharar, Khamanon, Ludhiana East and West, Chamkaur Sahib, Samrala, Rupnagar, Moga, Shahkot, Nihal Singh Wala, Raikot, Jagraon, Phillaur, Nakodar, Phagwara, Jalandhar (I and II), Kapurthala, Balachaur, Nawanshahr, Anandpur Sahib, Garhshankar, Nangal, Hoshiarpur, Bhulath, Dasua and Mukerian. Gusty winds with speeds of 30-40 kmph are also expected in these areas.
Light rain is very likely over parts of Sardulgarh, Talwandi Sabo, Abohar, Malout, Bathinda, Gidderbaha, Fazilka, Rampura Phul, Jaitu, Sri Muktsar Sahib, Jalalabad, Bagha Purana, Faridkot, Firozpur, Zira, Patti, Sultanpur Lodhi, Tarn Taran, Khadur Sahib, Baba Bakala, Amritsar (I and II), Batala, Ajnala, Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur, Pathankot and Dhar Kalan.
In Haryana, thunderstorms with lightning and moderate rainfall are very likely over parts of Bhiwani, Tosham, Bawani Khera, Hansi, Hisar, Adampur, Narnaund, Fatehabad, Karnal, Indri, Thanesar, Meham, Julana, Safidon, Jind, Asandh, Kaithal, Nilokheri, Narwana, Tohana, Kalayat, Ratia, Radaur, Barara, Jagadhri, Chhachhrauli, Narayangarh, Panchkula, Guhla, Pehowa, Shahabad, Ambala, Chandigarh and Kalka. These areas may also experience strong winds with speeds ranging between 30 and 40 kmph.
Light rain is likely over parts of Firozpur Jhirka, Punahana, Hodal, Hathin, Nuh, Palwal, Taoru, Ballabgarh, Sohna, Gurugram, Nangal Chaudhari, Narnaul, Ateli, Mahendragarh, Kanina, Badhra, Loharu, Charkhi Dadri, Bawal, Rewari, Pataudi, Kosli, Jhajjar, Bahadurgarh, Rohtak, Siwani, Sirsa, Dabwali, Faridabad, Kharkhoda, Sonipat, Panipat, Samalkha, Ganaur, Gharaunda and adjoining areas.
The IMD has not issued any formal warning but has advised residents to remain alert, stay updated with weather advisories, and take necessary precautions during thunderstorms and gusty winds.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The precision of the timings (6.25 am to 9.25 am!) is impressive. As someone in Chandigarh, I appreciate the heads-up. Already told the kids' school bus driver to be careful.
Living in Ludhiana and seeing my area listed. Time to unplug electronics and secure the terrace plants. These sudden winds can cause real damage. Stay safe, everyone!
While the forecast is detailed, I wish there was a simpler public advisory in Punjabi and Haryanvi for our villages. Not everyone can understand this technical English list of tehsils.
Good to see IMD's capabilities improving. Hope the authorities in Ambala and Panchkula are ready for any waterlogging or tree falls. Our infrastructure needs to keep pace with accurate forecasts.
The article mentions "no formal warning" but the list of areas is extensive. For travelers on the NH44 or other highways in the region today, please drive slowly and keep headlights on.
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