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IMD Issues Rain, Thunderstorm and Strong Wind Alerts for 20 States (Oct 5‑10, 2026)
✍️ Goodreturns
🗓 06 Oct 2026, 06:33 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has forecast widespread rain, thunderstorms and strong winds across 20 states from October 5 to 10, 2026.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released its weekly outlook for October 5‑10, 2026, warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and strong wind conditions in a swath of the country.
The alert covers 20 states spanning from the northern plains to the coastal regions, with the most intense activity expected in the central and eastern zones. IMD has assigned a "red" warning for wind speeds of 50‑70 km/h in several districts.
Authorities have been advised to activate disaster‑management protocols, and the public is urged to stay updated, avoid low‑lying areas, secure loose objects and heed any local advisories.
The forecast was reported by Goodreturns, citing the official IMD bulletin. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates through the IMD website and local media.
The alert covers 20 states spanning from the northern plains to the coastal regions, with the most intense activity expected in the central and eastern zones. IMD has assigned a "red" warning for wind speeds of 50‑70 km/h in several districts.
Authorities have been advised to activate disaster‑management protocols, and the public is urged to stay updated, avoid low‑lying areas, secure loose objects and heed any local advisories.
The forecast was reported by Goodreturns, citing the official IMD bulletin. Residents are encouraged to monitor updates through the IMD website and local media.