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IMD Issues Weather Alert for Heavy Rain, Lightning and Strong Winds Across India
✍️ ETV Bharat
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 04:19 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has warned of widespread heavy rain, lightning and strong winds, urging the public to take precautions.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released a weather alert warning of heavy rainfall, frequent lightning and strong wind conditions across several regions of the country. The advisory emphasizes that the weather system is expected to intensify over the next few hours, affecting daily activities and travel.
Authorities are urged to monitor the situation closely as the downpours could lead to localized flooding and the lightning poses a risk to outdoor workers and commuters. The IMD advises residents to avoid non‑essential travel, secure loose objects, and stay away from open areas during thunderstorms.
Emergency services have been placed on standby to respond to any incidents arising from the severe weather. The department will continue to update forecasts and issue further warnings as the situation evolves.
The public is encouraged to follow official updates through IMD’s website and local media channels, and to adhere to any instructions issued by local authorities.
Authorities are urged to monitor the situation closely as the downpours could lead to localized flooding and the lightning poses a risk to outdoor workers and commuters. The IMD advises residents to avoid non‑essential travel, secure loose objects, and stay away from open areas during thunderstorms.
Emergency services have been placed on standby to respond to any incidents arising from the severe weather. The department will continue to update forecasts and issue further warnings as the situation evolves.
The public is encouraged to follow official updates through IMD’s website and local media channels, and to adhere to any instructions issued by local authorities.