Widespread weather disturbance: Alert issued in several Indian states
Many parts of India may witness intense weather activity in the coming hours, as new alerts have been issued for several states including Nagaland, coastal Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Saharanpur. Government agencies have urged residents to take necessary precautions as many areas are likely to witness rain, thunderstorms, gusty winds and dust storms.
Heavy rain likely in Nagaland
Moderate to heavy rain and thunderstorms accompanied with gusty winds are likely over many parts of Dimapur, Kiphire, Kohima, Longleng, Mokokchung, Mon, Peren, Phek, Tuensang, Wokha and Zunheboto in the next 4-6 hours.
Coastal Karnataka to continue to receive prolonged rains
Coastal districts of Chikmagalur, Dakshina Kannada, Kodagu, Shimoga, Udupi and Uttara Kannada are likely to receive moderate to heavy rains and thundershowers accompanied by strong winds in the next 8-12 hours.
Dust storm threat in Uttar Pradesh
Many areas of Uttar Pradesh are likely to witness dust storms and thundershowers accompanied by strong winds with speeds reaching 40-60 kmph. The affected districts include:
Similar weather conditions are expected across Maharashtra, with intermittent heavy to very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms accompanied with gusty winds forecast in several districts, including:
Ahmednagar, Kolhapur, Mumbai, Mumbai Suburban, Nashik, Palghar, Pune, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sangli, Satara, Sindhudurg and Thane during the next 18-24 hours.
Saharanpur weather forecast
Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) is expected to be partly cloudy. The weather will remain very hot and uncomfortable, with dust storms and thunderstorms likely over the next 24 hours.
Advice
Government bodies have advised citizens in the affected areas to stay indoors during bad weather, avoid unnecessary travel and secure loose objects to avoid damage or injury. Stay tuned for official updates and follow all safety instructions issued by local authorities.
