India Weather: 15 States Brace for Thunderstorms and High Winds

Meteorologists at the India Meteorological Department are tracking a powerful weather system that is currently sweeping across over 15 states. The latest update warns of thunderstorms, frequent lightning, and winds gusting up to 70 km/h. This system is particularly focused on the northern and western parts of the country, with Delhi and its neighboring cities of Gurugram and Noida expected to see significant storm activity. The atmospheric instability is a result of a deep depression that is pulling moisture into the northern plains, resulting in heavy localized rainfall. This weather event is expected to significantly lower temperatures, providing a break from the humid conditions that have prevailed over the last week.

In addition to the immediate impact on the national capital, the forecast extends to the Himalayan foothills and the plains of Punjab and Haryana, where the rainfall is expected to be widespread. The IMD has emphasized that the 70 km/h wind speed is enough to cause damage to temporary structures and uproot trees, urging residents to secure their property. For those in Kerala, the monsoon continues its vigorous phase, with heavy showers likely to cause landslides in sensitive zones. As the system moves westward towards Rajasthan and Gujarat, the focus will shift to managing the impact of sudden cloudburst-like conditions. The government has advised all state disaster management authorities to remain vigilant and keep rescue teams on standby.