IMD Issues Rainfall Alerts as Several Indian States Face Monsoon Deficits
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Uttar Pradesh, forecasting sustained monsoon rains over the next four to five days to address a 21% seasonal rainfall deficit. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in several districts, including Prayagraj, Etawah, and Meerut. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh continue to face below-normal rainfall, with deficits ranging from 18% to 54%, raising concerns about drought conditions. Active weather systems and a western disturbance are influencing rainfall patterns across these regions.
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freepressjournal broke this story on 6 Aug, 04:57 am. Other outlets followed.