Jagran Correspondent, Lucknow: Rainfall activity is set to intensify significantly across Uttar Pradesh over the coming days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for several districts in the eastern and western parts of the state, warning of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning.

In view of this, 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 Likely Across Eastern Uttar Pradesh

According to the latest forecast from the Meteorological Department, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over eastern Uttar Pradesh from August 10 to August 14. Weather conditions are expected to intensify towards the end of the spell, bringing heavy downpours to large parts of the region on August 13 and 14.

IMD Forecasts Heavy Rain For Western UP

Meanwhile, heavy rainfall is expected at isolated places in western Uttar Pradesh on August 10, followed by another spell on August 13 and 14.

Agricultural Advisory Issued

In light of the predicted heavy rainfall, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an advisory for farmers across Uttar Pradesh. Authorities have advised farmers to ensure proper drainage to prevent waterlogging in standing crops, including pigeon pea, maize, peanuts, sesame, paddy, and seasonal vegetables. Farmers, particularly those in low-lying areas, have been urged to remain vigilant, as waterlogging can damage crops.

Delhi-NCR Weather

After two days of intense showers, Delhiites have received some relief from the hot and humid weather conditions. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for the national capital on Sunday, forecasting light to moderate rains. Cloudy conditions will also prevail during this time. Noida, Ghaziabad and Gurugram are also likely to witness similar weather conditions.

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The recent downpour in the national capital resulted in the highest first-week rainfall of August since 2011. As per the weather department, Delhi received 127mm rainfall between August 1-7, making this the wettest first week of Aug since 2011.

(With Inputs From Jagran.com)