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Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Officials celebrate as key reservoir fills up for first time in years — here's what's happening
A key reservoir in southern India is now at full capacity after a spell of badly needed heavy rainfall in the area. As Social News XYZ reports, Veeranam Lake reached a level of 47.5 feet, its highest level in years. The lake is a key water source for the city of Chennai and irrigation for the region's farmland. Veeranam is a man-made lake that was carved out of the land in the 10th century and takes its name from the title of a past ruler. The rise was attributed to unseasonal rainfall in the Tamil Nadu area. According to the India Meteorological Department, May 2025 was the wettest on record since 1901. The average rainfall across India was 126.7 mm (almost 5 inches), which is more than twice the historical average (61.4 mm, or 2.4 inches). The biggest departure from the norm was in central India, while the south received almost triple the usual level for that time of year. While this has been a welcome development for the south, the northeast has suffered from flooding, which has resulted in 34 fatalities so far, according to Reuters. For the Tamil Nadu region, the unseasonal rainfall will be a welcome boon for residents and farmers. Last year, the lake ran dry amid record-breaking heat waves, per Down to Earth. The additional water reserves will help sustain the area during the drier seasons, where temperatures can often top 100 degrees Fahrenheit. However, this relief is only temporary and symptomatic of the increased instances of unusual weather. While India has made significant strides in clean energy in recent years, it remains overly dependent on coal, the dirtiest of all energy sources, to meet its needs. The planet-heating pollution from sources like coal is contributing to more frequent and severe extreme weather events. Ultimately, a lake filling back up is a heartening development and a clarion call to build on that good fortune with practical local action and raising awareness of climate issues. Do you think America has a plastic waste problem? Definitely Only in some areas Not really I'm not sure Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Climate
- Time of India
‘Orange alert': Light rain brings relief to Delhi-NCR; IMD warns of gusty winds, thunderstorms
NEW DELHI: Light rainfall brought relief to parts of Delhi-NCR on Saturday, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an 'orange' alert for the city, forecasting light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next few hours. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The IMD stated that winds may reach speeds of 30 to 50 kilometres per hour, and rainfall has already been recorded in east, west, south, and southeast Delhi. The orange alert, under IMD's colour-coded warning system, advises residents to 'be prepared' for potentially impactful weather. The capital recorded a minimum temperature of 28.7 degrees Celsius, slightly above the seasonal average, while the maximum is expected to hover around 37 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity was reported at 72% at 8.30 am. Air quality remained in the 'satisfactory' category, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 86 at 10 am, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). AQI readings between 51 and 100 fall in the satisfactory range, while values above that are categorized as moderate to severe.
News18
3 hours ago
- Climate
- News18
Rainfall In Delhi Ends Monsoon Wait, Weather Agency Sounds Orange Alert
Last Updated: Over recent weeks, Delhiites have endured persistent heat and humidity due to the monsoon's delay. Several parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessed intense rainfall on Saturday evening, with more showers predicted in the coming hours, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The downpour signals that the city's prolonged wait for the monsoon could finally be ending as the capital witnessed scorching heat for several consecutive days. Although the IMD has yet to announce the monsoon's arrival in the capital officially, it has forecast heavy to moderate rainfall, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds. An orange alert has been issued for Southeast and Southwest Delhi, while a yellow alert remains for other parts of the city. Areas expected to see more showers include IGI Airport, Rajiv Chowk, ITO, India Gate, Lajpat Nagar, Hauz Khas, and Safdarjung, along with NCR regions such as Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad. In Chirag Delhi and nearby zones, traffic congestion was reported due to the rain. Video clips from the Indira Gandhi International Airport showed heavy rainfall affecting visibility and operations in the area. Meteorologists said the northward progression of the monsoon had been blocked by an anticyclonic system in the mid and upper atmosphere. This weather pattern effectively acts as a wall, preventing moist winds from reaching the capital. Historically, the average date for monsoon onset in Delhi is June 27. Last year, it arrived on June 28. In previous years, the onset dates varied—June 25 in 2023, June 30 in 2022, and July 13 in 2021. First Published: June 28, 2025, 16:48 IST
Indian Express
3 hours ago
- Climate
- Indian Express
Heavy rain, thunderstorm alert in Bengal till Thursday; landslide warnings issued for Darjeeling, Kalimpong
Written by Shambhavi Pandey West Bengal is on alert for another wet spell as a fresh upper-air cyclonic circulation is set to develop over the north Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal Bangladesh and West Bengal on Sunday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that under its influence, a low-pressure area is likely to form within 24 hours, triggering heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across the state till Thursday. North Bengal districts such as Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Cooch Behar are also forecast to receive heavy rainfall through the week. Landslide warnings have been issued for the hilly areas of Darjeeling and Kalimpong, especially during periods of intense rain. For Kolkata, the local forecast predicts generally cloudy skies for the next 24 hours, with one or two spells of light to moderate rain or thundershowers very likely. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to hover around 31 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, respectively. South 24 Parganas may see very heavy rainfall (up to 20 cm) between Sunday and Tuesday. Daily spells of light to moderate rain are expected at most places across the region, with thunderstorms and gusty winds (30–40 kmph) adding to the risk. A statement from the weather department said, 'The upper air cyclonic circulation over southwest Bangladesh & adjoining Gangetic West Bengal persisted over the same region and extended upto 7.6 km above mean sea level tilting southwestwards with height. Under its influence a low-pressure area is likely to form over the north Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal Bangladesh and West Bengal during subsequent 48 hours.' 'Subsequently it is likely to move slowly west-northwestwards across Gangetic West Bengal and north Odisha & Jharkhand. The east-west trough ran from the upper air cyclonic circulation over southwest Bangladesh & adjoining Gangetic West Bengal to northeast Madhya Pradesh across Jharkhand, north Chhattisgarh between 3.1 & 4.5 km above mean sea level. Under their influence, light to moderate rainfall at most places with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall very likely in some districts of West Bengal,' it added. A marine warning has been issued from Sunday, as squally weather with sea winds gusting up to 55 kmph is expected over the West Bengal–Odisha coast and the northern Bay of Bengal. Fishermen have been advised not to venture out to sea until further notice due to rough to very rough sea conditions. On Saturday morning, Bengal witnessed widespread thunderstorms and moderate rain, affecting several districts. The IMD issued a series of yellow alerts from 5.20 am, warning of gusty winds and lightning in South Bengal. Districts including South 24 Parganas, East and West Midnapore, North 24 Parganas, Kolkata, Hooghly, Nadia, Howrah, Jhargram, East Burdwan, and Purulia remained under weather watch through the morning and late forenoon hours. Kolkata saw a spell of thundershowers from 8.08 am, accompanied by winds at 30–40 kmph. South 24 Parganas was impacted twice— around 5.20 am and again from 8.35 am onwards — indicating sustained thunderstorm activity in the region. East Midnapore and North 24 Parganas faced similar conditions from 7.25 am, followed by alerts for West Midnapore and Nadia just after 8.45 am. Hooghly district was brought under warning around 9.40 am, and further updates issued at 10.22 am warned of thunderstorms in Purulia, Howrah, Jhargram, and East Burdwan. On Saturday morning, Kolkata recorded a maximum of 29.3 degrees Celsius —3.6 degrees Celsius below normal—and a minimum of 26.5 degrees Celsius. Relative humidity remained high, ranging from 92% to 98%. The city also registered 15.5 mm of rainfall during the 24-hour period ending 6.30 am on Saturday. With the monsoon trough extending from southwest Rajasthan to Bangladesh and tilting southward with height, combined with merging cyclonic circulations, unstable weather is likely to persist across the region for the rest of the week. Shambhavi Pandey is an intern with The Indian Express.
News18
7 hours ago
- Climate
- News18
IMD Issues Orange Alert For Kerala, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra; Delhi NCR May Receive Rains
Last Updated: IMD issued orange alerts for heavy rain in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, Kerala, and parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Delhi-NCR has a yellow alert for light to moderate showers. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange alerts for several districts in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Maharashtra, and Kerala, as well as isolated areas in other states, due to impending heavy rainfall, while Delhi-NCR continues to wait for the monsoon rains. The weather department issued an orange alert in five districts of Kerala, namely Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Malappuram and Wayanad. Arrangements have also been made to evacuate 3,220 people residing in low-lying areas in Kerala's Idukki district. The Badrinath National Highway near Nandprayag and Bhaneropani was blocked amid continuous heavy rainfall in Uttarakhand. The National Highway is a key route for pilgrims to travel to Kedarnath. 'The Badrinath National Highway is blocked near Nandprayag and Bhanerpani. Work is underway to open the road," the Chamoli police in Uttarakhand said in a post on their official X handle. A day after a rise in the water level of the River Chenab amid heavy rainfall in the region, the IMD issued an orange alert for parts of Jammu and Kashmir. Due to this, the Ramban district administration has issued an advisory banning all movements near the river. Delhi-NCR Rains Delhi-NCR is expected to receive light to moderate showers on Saturday, with the weather department issuing a yellow alert for the region. Rain with thunderstorms is predicted for Saturday and Sunday. On Saturday, Delhi's minimum temperature was 28.7 degrees Celsius, with a maximum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius expected. Meanwhile, the weather department has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over the Western Ghats, including Konkan and Goa, Ghat areas of central Maharashtra and Gujarat over the next seven days. Isolated areas in Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and East Rajasthan are expected to experience heavy rainfall from June 28 to July 3, with very heavy rainfall predicted in specific regions: Himachal Pradesh and Punjab on June 29, Haryana on June 29-30, Uttarakhand from June 28 to July 1, and Uttar Pradesh from June 29 to July 2. In East and Central India, heavy rainfall is forecast over Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, West Bengal and Sikkim from June 28 to July 3. Very heavy rainfall is also predicted in Gangetic West Bengal on June 29 and June 30, in Odisha on June 30 and July 1, and in Jharkhand on June 29. Very heavy rainfall is also expected in Arunachal Pradesh in Northeast India, as well as in Tamil Nadu, coastal Karnataka, and parts of Kerala in South India. First Published: June 28, 2025, 13:41 IST
