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Time of India
4 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Widespread rain till July 25, two dists on red alert today
Kochi: The India meteorological department (IMD) has said there will be widespread rainfall activity in the state till July 25. It has issued heavy rainfall alerts for the next few days. Strong surface winds with speeds reaching 40-50kmph are likely to prevail occasionally over Kerala till Wednesday. On Sunday, Kannur and Kasaragod are on red alert while Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad are on orange alert. Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha and Kottayam are on yellow alert. An orange alert has been issued for Kannur and Kasaragod on Monday. Several districts, including Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad, are on yellow alert on Monday. Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod are on yellow alert on Tuesday and Wednesday. Squally weather with wind speeds of 40-50kmph, gusting to 60kmph, is likely to prevail along and off the Kerala coasts. Incois has issued a high wave alert for Alappuzha, Kasaragod, Kollam and Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday. High waves in the range of 3.0-3.0 meters are forecast. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is it legal? How to get Internet without paying a subscription? Techno Mag Learn More Undo It advised caution while engaging in marine operations and nearshore recreation. In light of the extreme rainfall warning, Kerala state disaster management authority (KSDMA) has issued guidelines on precautions to be taken during emergencies. In Kasaragod, the district administration has advised strict safety measures in schools to prevent monsoon-related accidents. According to figures from the state agriculture department, Kozhikode district alone has reported a significant crop loss of Rs 44cr due to the rains received since May. The IMD said that the east-west trough runs from south Karnataka to south coastal Andhra Pradesh at 5.8km above mean sea level. A fresh low-pressure area is likely to form over the north Bay of Bengal around July 24. The upper air cyclonic circulation over central Maharashtra and its neighbourhood has become less marked. Strong westerlies are likely to prevail over the Kerala area in the lower tropospheric levels. Widespread rainfall was reported from several places in the state. According to the 24-hour rainfall recorded on Saturday morning, Kollam and Chavara received 8cm rain each.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Climate
- Time of India
Heavy rainfall warning issued in state till July 23
Kochi/Kasaragod: India meteorological department (IMD) issued a heavy rainfall warning until July 23. A red alert has been issued for Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur and Kasaragod on Saturday, while Kannur and Kasaragod are on red alert on Sunday. Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur and Palakkad districts are on orange alert on Saturday. Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Kozhikode and Wayanad are on alert for very heavy rainfall on Sunday, while Kannur and Kasaragod are on orange alert on Monday. A yellow alert has been issued for Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha and Kottayam on Saturday. Seven districts — Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Alappuzha, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad and Malappuram — are on yellow alert on Sunday. Strong surface wind warning has been issued for the state with speeds reaching 40-50kmph likely over Kerala until Monday. Squally weather with wind speeds of 40-50kmph, gusting to 60kmph, is likely along and off Kerala coasts. Fishermen have been asked to stay off these areas until Tuesday. Incois issued a high wave alert for Thiruvananthapuram and Kollam coasts. High waves in the range of 2.9-3.1m are forecast until 20:30hours on Saturday. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Deeps cracks on ground Deep cracks have appeared on the ground at various locations at Kajaey in Vorkady panchayat of Kasaragod, triggering panic among residents in the area on Friday. According to locals, the cracks over 2m deep appeared at several locations in last two days and the cause of the natural phenomena remain untraced. Meanwhile, revenue and disaster management officials inspected the sites. According to them, similar cracks were reported earlier in the area and soil piping is the suspected reason. Following similar incidents in 2024, revenue department had conducted a detailed study and submitted a report stating that the area wasn't fit for residential purposes.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
IMD issues yellow alert for rain till July 7
Panaji: The India meteorological department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Goa, warning of heavy rainfall likely to affect both districts until July 7. The advisory also includes warnings of strong winds, with speeds reaching 30-40kmph and gusting up to 50kmph in several parts of the state. The weather system is expected to keep temperatures between a maximum of 32°C and a minimum of 25°C. The IMD has raised concerns over squally weather along the south Maharashtra-Goa coast, extending up to 75km from the coastline. On July 2, wind speeds of 45-55kmph, gusting up to 65 kmph, are expected to prevail. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea during this period. The southwest monsoon was weak over Goa on Tuesday. Panaji received only 8.5mm of rainfall from 8.30am till the evening, while Mormugao recorded 29.2mm during the same duration. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Doctor's Day 2025 , messages and quotes!
Hindustan Times
12-06-2025
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
IMD issues red alert for heatwave in Punjab, Haryana
Several parts of Punjab and Haryana continued to reel under a heatwave on Wednesday. The India meteorological department (IMD) issued a red alert for severe heatwave in parts of Punjab and Haryana for the next 48 hours. 'Heatwave conditions are very likely at many places in Punjab during 11th-14th with severe heatwave conditions at some parts. We have issued a red alert for the next 48 hours, and people should avoid venturing out in the afternoon,' said a MET official. He said that the maximum temperature was markedly above normal by 5.4°C in the state. 'Heatwaves were observed at Amritsar, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, and Bathinda on Wednesday. There is no relief in sight from heatwave conditions until June 15. People should take precautions and avoid outdoor activities, especially during the afternoon,' said Surinder Pal, director, IMD, Chandigarh. IMD's weather bulletin said that Amritsar was the hottest in the state on Wednesday as the border district recorded maximum day temperature of 45.8 degrees Celsius. Along with maximum temperatures, minimum temperature is also on uptick in the state. Punjab's minimum temperature increased further by 1.1 degrees Celsius over the past 24 hours making the nights warmer. It is the increment in minimum temperature that caused the temperatures to cross 40 degrees Celsius in the morning as early as around 9 am. The Punjab health department issued an advisory stating that heatstroke, dehydration, heat cramps, heat syncope, dizziness, and low blood pressure were common medical conditions in such weather conditions. The department said that there would be severe sunlight for about two hours between 1 to 3 pm. Therefore, people should avoid going out during this time. Dr Sumeet, nodal officer, said, 'One should drink plenty of water. One should prefer liquids such as ORS, nimbu pani, lassi, coconut water or juices, which can replenish salts and minerals in the body. Avoid aerated cold drinks as it increases urine output. Besides, avoid any outdoor movement during 1-4 pm if possible.' Meanwhile, Sirsa in Haryana continued to sizzle at 46.6°C. Red alert has been issued for Sirsa, Fatehabad, Hisar, Bhiwani, Rohtak, Charkhi Dadri, Jhajjar, Rewari and Mahendergarh. An 'orange' and 'yellow' alert was also issued for the rest of the state. In a statement, the IMD said that observed maximum temperatures over southern and western parts of Haryana are in the range of 45-47°C with highest maximum temperature reported over Sirsa. 'Maximum temperature over northern parts of Haryana, including Chandigarh, are in the range of 44-45°C,' it said. For agriculture, the weathermen advised farmers to avoid heat stress in the crops and apply irrigation in evening or early morning hours. In another statement, the IMD said that Sirsa in Haryana recorded 46.6°C on Wednesday, highest for the first time this season. According to the evening bulletin, places like Rohtak (46.2°C), Balasmand (45.7°C), Mahendragarh (44.7°C), Palwal (44.6°C), Mewat (44.2°C) and Bhiwani (44.1°C) were also among hottest, recording maximum temperature above 44°C. Places in the northern belt like Ambala (42°C), Chandigarh (41.9°C), Karnal (40.9°C) and Panchkula (39.4°C) had a sigh of relief as the day was comparatively cooler than Tuesday, the IMD said. However, the department has predicted a change in weather from Sunday. Punjab's power demand soars to 16,711 MW In the backdrop of soaring temperatures in Punjab, the peak power demand further shot up on Wednesday despite being a public holiday. Punjab peak power demand on Wednesday was recorded 16,711 MW , surpassing the previous all-time high of 16,192 MW. 'The reason for high demand during the day is hot weather and continuous supply to all the agriculture feeders for paddy sowing,' said a top official of Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd (PSPCL). Punjab power minister Harbhajan Singh ETO said the employees of PSPCL and PSTCL have been working tirelessly to ensure uninterrupted power supply to the people of Punjab. He further informed that the state government had already made arrangements for 17,000 MW of electricity in anticipation of the summer and paddy sowing seasons. This preparedness ensured that the peak demands recorded over the last two days were successfully met without any disruptions.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Humidity hits peak, puts Ahmedabad in a sweat spot
Ahmedabad: While the maximum temperature at 39.7°C was 2.3 degrees lower than normal, Amdavadis found themselves in a rather uncomfortable sauna on Monday. A thick blanket of humidity, peaking at a muggy 63% in the morning and lingering at 42% into the evening, turned an otherwise mild day into a sweaty affair. The India meteorological department (IMD) warns that this sticky situation is likely to persist for the next few days, thanks to an upper air cyclonic circulation hanging over central Maharashtra. While no significant temperature shifts are anticipated this week, relief might be on the horizon. Starting Wednesday, North and South Gujarat could see light thunderstorms and flashes of lightning, accompanied by gusty winds. Thursday threatens heavier downpours in Chhota Udepur and Narmada, with lighter storms potentially dampening spirits across South and parts of Central Gujarat. By Friday, Navsari, Valsad, Amreli, and Bhavnagar are bracing for heavy rainfall, while cloudy skies are expected to cast a grey veil over several other districts. Interestingly, this summer has been a bit of a roller-coaster for Ahmedabad and Gujarat. After an initial fiery spike, maximum temperatures have remained relatively low, said experts. With whispers of an early monsoon arrival in June, this milder, albeit humid, pattern might stay the same for many regions. Adding to the unusual weather narrative, several districts experienced uncharacteristic heavy pre-monsoon showers earlier in May. Across the state, Rajkot felt the most heat at 40.7°C, closely followed by Kandla (40.5°C) and Surendranagar (40.4°C).
