IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Gujarat, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:53am on 07 Sep 2024,Saturday Weather & Environment

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for Gujarat, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal. In Rajasthan's Bhilwara district, heavy rain has caused issues, with four gates of the Bisalpur Dam opened. A yellow alert has been issued for eastern Rajasthan. Andhra Pradesh has 226 relief camps housing 46,320 flood-affected individuals, with 50 NDRF and SDRF teams engaged in relief efforts. The IMD has forecast light to moderate rain in several districts, including Udaipur, Jaipur, and Chittorgarh, over the next seven days.

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Hottest Summer Ever Recorded in Northern Hemisphere, Global Warming Surges Past Critical Threshold

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:56pm on 06 Sep 2024,Friday Weather & Environment

The Northern Hemisphere experienced its hottest summer ever recorded, with global temperatures soaring 0.69°C above historical averages from June to August. The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service reported that this year broke last year’s previous high, raising global temperatures 1.64°C above pre-industrial levels. Climate change continues to drive extreme weather, leading to deadly heatwaves, wildfires, and storms worldwide. The Mediterranean and Eastern Europe faced the most extreme conditions, while over 1,300 heat-related deaths occurred during Saudi Arabia's Hajj pilgrimage. U.S., China, and Australia also witnessed record-breaking heat and climate impacts.

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Gurugram Roads Submerge as Heavy Rain Turns Streets into ‘Mini Oceans’

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:16pm on 04 Sep 2024,Wednesday Weather & Environment

Gurugram witnessed severe waterlogging on Wednesday after intense rainfall, turning roads into what residents described as "mini oceans." The Regional Weather Forecasting Center had predicted moderate rainfall, but the downpour caused chaos in the Millennium City. Residents took to social media, sharing images and videos of submerged streets, expressing frustration with the city's infrastructure. One user on X (formerly Twitter) humorously commented, "Gone are the days of streams; we now have mini oceans with waves." The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR, urging caution as water levels continue to rise, causing significant traffic disruptions.

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IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alerts for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Schools Closed in NTR District

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:53am on 04 Sep 2024,Wednesday Weather & Environment

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a “yellow alert” for heavy rain in four Telangana districts—Jayashankar Bhupalapalle, Komaram Bheem, Mancherial, and Mulugu—on September 4. An "orange alert" was issued for Andhra Pradesh's NTR and Krishna districts, prompting the Andhra Pradesh government to declare a holiday for schools and colleges in the NTR district due to heavy rainfall. The IMD predicts heavy rain in Telangana until September 7, citing a cyclonic circulation over coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam. Additionally, a new low-pressure area is expected to form over the west-central and northwest Bay of Bengal around September 5.

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UK Set for -14°C Temperature Drop as Summer Turns to Autumn with Thunderstorms

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:47pm on 03 Sep 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment

The UK's summer is expected to end abruptly, with temperatures plunging by over 10°C next week. After reaching 30°C in parts of southern England on Sunday, areas like Wiggonholt, West Sussex, will see daytime temperatures drop to 19°C by September 11. Cambridge will experience a 14°C drop, falling to 15°C. Cooler air from the north will bring wet, windy conditions across much of the country, according to forecasters. The Met Office warns of potential thunderstorms, especially in southern England, as unsettled weather continues. Northern regions may see brighter, more settled conditions as autumn approaches.

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Met Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning for Heavy Rain Across UK

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:35am on 03 Sep 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across much of the UK, including the East of England, South East, East and West Midlands, South West, London, and parts of Wales. The warning, in effect from 9pm Wednesday to 9am Thursday, predicts heavy, possibly thundery showers. There is a risk of sudden flooding, with potential damage to buildings from floodwater, lightning, hail, or strong winds. Fast-flowing or deep floodwater could pose a danger to life. Disruptions to train and bus services, including delays and cancellations, are also possible. Residents are advised to stay alert to rapidly changing conditions.

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35 Dead, Thousands Affected as Floods Devastate Telangana and Andhra Pradesh

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:22am on 03 Sep 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment

Heavy rainfall and floods in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh have claimed 35 lives, with 16 in Telangana and 19 in Andhra Pradesh. The floods have damaged roads and rail tracks, submerged crops, and left thousands struggling for essentials. Relief and rescue efforts are underway, with chief ministers of both states working to tackle the situation. The India Meteorological Department has predicted more rainfall in some areas on Tuesday. The floods were caused by a depression in the Bay of Bengal, which has disrupted normal life in the two southern states since Saturday.

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Heavy Rains Claim 20 Lives in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh; Telangana CM Urges National Calamity Declaration

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:18pm on 02 Sep 2024,Monday Weather & Environment

Heavy rains over two days have caused widespread flooding in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, leading to at least 20 deaths. Thousands were evacuated to relief camps as rivers overflowed, roads were blocked, and rail services were disrupted. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged the central government to declare the floods a national calamity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah assured both states of support. The Indian Air Force is conducting relief operations in Vijayawada, while 26 National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) teams are deployed in affected areas.

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Monsoon Fury Hits Andhra Pradesh and Telangana: Over 100 Villages Submerged, 99 Trains Cancelled; PM Modi Offers Assistance

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:52pm on 01 Sep 2024,Sunday Weather & Environment

Torrential rains have inundated more than 110 villages in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, causing severe flooding and disrupting transport. At least 10 fatalities have been reported. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy have sought urgent aid from the Centre. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured support, including deployment of NDRF teams and power boats. The rains have led to the cancellation of 99 trains, further complicating the rescue and relief efforts.

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Telangana Floods Cause Chaos: 100+ Villages Submerged, 99 Trains Cancelled

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:00pm on 01 Sep 2024,Sunday Weather & Environment

Heavy rains have caused severe flooding in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Over 100 villages in Telangana are underwater, with 99 trains cancelled due to track damage. In Khammam district, 110 villages are submerged, and many people are stranded on rooftops and hillocks. A woman died in Mahabubabad when her car was swept away, and her father is missing. The IMD forecasts more heavy rainfall. Rescue operations are underway with nine NDRF teams deployed. Hyderabad and Vijayawada are experiencing severe waterlogging and flooding. Authorities are working to manage the crisis and aid affected residents.

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