New Delhi: Several parts of Delhi received rainfall on Monday morning, offering much-needed relief from the hot and humid conditions that had prevailed in...
According to IMD data, this is the earliest the monsoon has covered the entire country since 2020. It had reached Kerala on May 24, the earliest onset over the Indian mainland since 2009.
The WMO Secy-Gen states the State of the Climate in Asia report shows 'extreme weather is already exacting an unacceptably high toll' on the flora, fauna & livelihood of the region.
The weather department urged residents to take precautions. 'Stay indoors & avoid travel unless necessary' the IMD advisory said, as flying debris & low visibility posed risks on the roads.
IMD data shows pattern of western disturbances over northwest, central India has been unique. But the trend is not specific to May; April too saw more western disturbances than normal.
Bharat Forecast System promises to improve forecast capabilities, accuracy to 6-km range, compared with current 12 km. It also offers 30% better prediction of extreme rainfall events.
Mangaluru city has been witnessing significant waterlogging and traffic snarls. Minor incidents of landslides have also been reported from hilly regions across the district.
Delhi recorded second highest single-day rainfall for May since 1901, on Friday. The record for the highest single-day rainfall was on 20 May 2021, when it was 119.3 mm.
Experts point to how pockets within city are experiencing higher temperatures because of extreme urbanisation, and suggest that everyone must learn to adapt to heatwaves.
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