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Kolkata and South Bengal are bracing for light to moderate rainfall over the next few days. A low-pressure system is expected to develop in the Bay of Bengal, potentially impacting weather conditions. The city experienced significant waterlogging after a month's rainfall in just five hours on Tuesday. Meteorological officials predict improving weather from Sunday and have issued advisories for coastal regions and fishermen.

Key Points: West Bengal Rain Alert Kolkata Waterlogging Forecast

  • Heavy rain recorded 252mm in five hours across Kolkata
  • Garia emerged as wettest area with 332mm rainfall
  • Coastal districts at higher risk of precipitation
  • Fishermen advised to avoid sea travel until Saturday
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Light to moderate rain forecast for West Bengal till Saturday

Light to moderate rain expected in Kolkata and South Bengal till Saturday with potential low-pressure system developing in Bay of Bengal

"On Thursday, a low-pressure system is likely to form over the northwest and adjacent central Bay of Bengal - Meteorological Department Official"

Kolkata, Sep 24

The Meteorological office on Wednesday forecast mostly cloudy skies with light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds at some places.

Although rain has been forecast in Kolkata until next Saturday, there is no possibility of heavy rain for now.

The weather may improve somewhat from Sunday.

The weather forecast has come as a relief to the people in the city, Civic Department officials, who have been working on a war footing to drain the water into the River Hooghly. With no forecast of heavy rain, the waterlogging situation in the city will improve significantly by evening.

A month's worth of rain in just five hours on Tuesday, combined with a high tide in the river Hooghly during the heaviest rainfall period, resulted in widespread waterlogging across the city.

The situation has improved on Wednesday morning, but it will take some time for the water to recede.

The Met Office recorded 252mm of rain in five hours, with 185mm coming down between 2.30 a.m. and 5.30 a.m.

According to KMC data, Garia was the wettest with 332mm, followed by Jodhpur Park at 285mm, Ballygunge at 264mm, Ultadanga at 207mm, and Maniktala at 169mm.

Meanwhile, according to the weather office, not only in Kolkata but also in the entire south Bengal, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain.

Heavy rain may occur in the two coastal districts of South 24 Parganas and East Midnapore. Apart from this, there is a possibility of heavy rain in West Midnapore, Jhargram and Bankura districts. Heavy rain may occur in West Midnapore, Jhargram and the two coastal districts till Saturday as well.

At the same time, winds can blow at a speed of more than 45 kilometres per hour in the north Bay of Bengal and the sea adjacent to the West Bengal-Odisha coast. The met department has prohibited fishermen from venturing to sea until next Saturday.

"On Thursday, a low-pressure system is likely to form over the northwest and adjacent central Bay of Bengal. It may further intensify and move westwards and reach somewhere between the Andhra and Odisha coasts on Friday. Due to this, moderate rain in the districts of South Bengal and Kolkata will take place till Saturday," said a Meteorological Department official.

Meanwhile, there is no possibility of heavy rain in the districts of north Bengal for now. However, there is a possibility of scattered light to moderate rain in all the districts of north Bengal. Thunderstorms with lightning are predicted in almost all the districts of north Bengal on Friday and Saturday.

- IANS

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Rohit P
252mm in 5 hours is insane! No wonder our entire neighborhood was flooded. The civic authorities need better planning for monsoon season. This happens every year in Kolkata.
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Sarah B
As someone new to Kolkata, I'm amazed how the city handles such heavy rainfall. Back home, this much rain would cause complete chaos. The drainage system here seems quite robust despite the challenges.
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Arjun K
Good that fishermen are being warned properly. Safety should be the priority. The monsoon can be unpredictable, especially in coastal areas. Stay safe everyone! 🌧️
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Michael C
The meteorological predictions seem quite detailed and accurate. Impressive work by the weather department in tracking the low-pressure system formation. This helps people prepare better.
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Nisha Z
Garia recording 332mm! That explains why my relatives there were completely stranded. Hope the authorities are paying special attention to the worst-affected areas. The data collection is helpful for future planning.
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Vikram M
While the forecast is reassuring, I hope the civic department uses this time to clean all the drains properly. A month's rain in 5 hours shows our infrastructure needs serious upgrading. Time for long-term solutions, not just temporary fixes.

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