- Southwest monsoon fully intensified across Uttar Pradesh with heavy rain.
- IMD forecasts continuous showers, thunderstorms, and lightning statewide.
- Advisories issued for residents and farmers for safety and crop protection.
Jagran Correspondent, Lucknow: The southwest monsoon has fully intensified across Uttar Pradesh, bringing continuous heavy rainfall in many districts. According to the latest forecast from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), while weather patterns will vary across different regions over the coming days, persistent shower spells will continue throughout the state. In addition to the heavy downpours, meteorologists have warned of thunderstorms and lightning.
In view of the deteriorating weather conditions, authorities have advised residents to limit non-essential outdoor travel, take necessary precautions, and follow real-time updates from the IMD.
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Heavy Rain To Hit Western Uttar Pradesh
The weather office has forecast isolated rain and thunderstorms across Uttar Pradesh on August 8. Weather activity is expected to intensify by August 10, with light to moderate rainfall across many parts of western Uttar Pradesh and heavy downpours likely in isolated areas within the region.
IMD Forecasts Heavy Rain For Eastern UP On August 9-10
The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for rain, thunderstorms, and lightning on August 8, with showers expected to gain intensity across multiple locations. Heavy downpour is likely in isolated areas of eastern Uttar Pradesh on August 9 and 10.
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Advisory For Farmers
Authorities have issued an advisory for farmers across Uttar Pradesh to safeguard crops from heavy rainfall and severe waterlogging. Farmers have been advised to ensure effective drainage systems and immediately remove excess water from fields of paddy, maize, pigeon pea, peanuts, sesame, and seasonal vegetables.
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Authorities emphasised keeping drainage channels clean, especially in low-lying fields, to prevent root damage caused by water stagnation.
(With Inputs From Jagran.com)