Chhattisgarh Braces for Heavy Rains: Orange and Yellow Alerts Issued-A deluge is expected across various districts, with the weather department issuing warnings for heavy downpours and thunderstorms.
Monsoon’s Fury Unleashed-The monsoon has returned to Chhattisgarh with full force, bringing heavy rainfall across all divisions in the last 24 hours. Bilaspur division experienced particularly intense rainfall, with temperatures reaching a high of 31.2°C, while the lowest temperature of 21.0°C was recorded in Pendrarod. This trend of heavy rainfall is expected to continue in the coming days.
Cyclonic Circulation Brews Trouble-A cyclonic circulation over Northwest Bay of Bengal, Odisha, and West Bengal has developed into a low-pressure area. This system is moving westwards across Chhattisgarh, intensifying rainfall activity across the state. An upper air cyclonic circulation also persists over Madhya Pradesh, further contributing to the weather pattern.
Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms Likely in Central Chhattisgarh-Light to moderate rain is predicted for most parts of the state, with some areas experiencing thunderstorms and heavy downpours. Central Chhattisgarh is expected to be the hardest hit. People are advised to seek shelter during heavy rain and lightning.
Alerts Issued for Multiple Districts-An orange alert has been issued for Balrampur, Jashpur, and Sarguja districts for the next three hours, warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms. A yellow alert is in place for Korba, Koriya, Surajpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, and Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi districts, anticipating light to moderate rain with lightning.
Cloudy Skies and Light Showers in Raipur-Raipur has been experiencing cloudy skies since morning. The weather department forecasts generally cloudy conditions with light rain and thunderstorms in some areas. Temperatures are expected to range between 24°C and 30°C. While the weather will be pleasant, caution is advised.