Severe Weather Alert for Madhya Pradesh: Farmers Advised
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Synopsis
Madhya Pradesh is facing severe weather changes with thunderstorms, lightning, and hailstorms expected, urging farmers to prepare. A new weather disturbance is forecasted to worsen the situation from April 16.
Key Takeaways
- Unseasonal weather is affecting Madhya Pradesh.
- Farmers should take precautions for their crops.
- A new Western Disturbance is approaching.
- Areas like Singrauli and Gwalior may face severe conditions.
- Authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
Bhopal, April 14 (NationPress) Numerous regions in Madhya Pradesh are preparing for unexpected weather changes, marked by thunderstorms, lightning, strong winds, and hailstorms. The past week has posed challenges for farmers throughout the state. Meteorologists indicate that a trough linked to the Western Disturbance is affecting mid to upper tropospheric levels. Furthermore, a new Western Disturbance is projected to impact the Western Himalayan region starting April 16, 2025, potentially worsening the current weather issues.
Farmers are encouraged to implement protective strategies for their crops and equipment, and residents in impacted areas should stay alert for possible dangers.
Authorities are actively observing the situation, with additional updates to be released as it develops.
Additionally, a cyclonic circulation exists at 0.9 km above mean sea level over southeast Madhya Pradesh, leading to unstable weather in the area. This system is supported by various troughs extending from southeast Madhya Pradesh to central Telangana via Vidarbha, and from central-west Rajasthan through northeast Rajasthan and northwest Madhya Pradesh, ending over southeast Madhya Pradesh.
The districts expected to experience hailstorms, rain, lightning, strong winds, and thunderstorms include Singrauli, Satna, Umaria, Katni, and Maihar, with gusty winds reaching 50-60 km/h and hailstorms anticipated.
Areas such as Burhanpur, Barwani, Gwalior, Datia, and Bhind may see gusty winds of 40-50 km/h along with hailstorms, as noted by weather experts.
The local meteorological department reports that Narmadapuram, Betul, Khandwa, Khargone, Shivpuri, Morena, and Sheopur are likely to witness thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and winds of 40-50 km/h.
Similarly, in Chhattisgarh, Kondagaon and Bastar experienced hailstorms on Sunday. Nevertheless, meteorologists predict gusty winds along with lightning, thunderstorms, and scattered rain in parts of the state from April 14 to April 17.
