UP Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Several Districts!

UP Weather Alert: Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Several Districts!

Heavy Rain and Thunderstorm

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Krishi Dunia
  • 28 Feb, 2025 11:17 AM IST ,
  • Updated Fri, 28 Feb 2025 01:47 PM

The weather in Uttar Pradesh is set to change rapidly once again! If you are planning to step out, be cautious as the next 48 hours could be crucial. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for strong winds, heavy rainfall, hailstorms, and lightning in various parts of the state.

  • Is your district on high alert?
  • Where will heavy rain and thunderstorms occur?
  • How can you stay safe in this extreme weather?

Read this detailed report to know how the next two days could pose a major weather challenge for Uttar Pradesh!

Weather Changes from Today:

According to the Amausi Meteorological Center in Lucknow, from February 28, the western region of UP is likely to experience rain and thunderstorms. In eastern UP, some areas may witness heavy rainfall and lightning strikes.

Districts at Risk of Rain and Hailstorms:

Several districts, including Saharanpur, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Baghpat, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Hapur, Bijnor, Amroha, Rampur, and Moradabad, are expected to experience hailstorms today. Additionally, areas like Agra, Bijnor, Amroha, and Moradabad may witness strong winds of 30-40 km per hour.

Strong Winds and Lightning Threat:

IMD reports that Maharajganj, Siddharthnagar, Gonda, Balrampur, Shravasti, Bahraich, Lakhimpur Kheri, Sitapur, Hardoi, and Farrukhabad could witness thunderstorms and lightning. Similarly, Saharanpur, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Baghpat, Meerut, Ghaziabad, Hapur, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, Mathura, Hathras, Kasganj, Etah, Agra, and Firozabad are likely to experience severe weather conditions.

Lightning Warning for 35 Districts:

On March 1, more than 35 districts in UP are at risk of lightning strikes. Special caution is advised in Aligarh, Hathras, Agra, Bijnor, Amroha, Moradabad, Rampur, Bareilly, Pilibhit, and Sambhal, where winds may reach speeds of 30-40 km per hour.

Safety Measures to Follow:

  1. Avoid open spaces during rain and storms.
  2. Stay indoors in strong buildings to protect yourself from strong winds and lightning.
  3. Do not stand under trees in areas prone to lightning.
  4. Farmers should take precautions to safeguard their crops.

IMD is continuously updating weather conditions, so stay informed by following local authorities and weather department advisories.

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