Heavy Rain Alert Issued for North Bengal and South Districts

The Alipore Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a weather warning as low-pressure conditions over the Bay of Bengal continue to trigger widespread rainfall across West Bengal. Residents across both North and South Bengal are expected to experience varying intensities of rain, accompanied by gusty winds and thunderstorms, as reported by Hindusthan Samachar.

Weather Forecast for North Bengal Districts

North Bengal is set to witness significant rainfall activity across all its districts. The weather department has specifically highlighted that Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduar are likely to receive heavy rainfall. Other regions, including Cooch Behar, North and South Dinajpur, and Malda, will see moderate rain coupled with thunderstorms. The administration has warned of gusty winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour, alongside the risk of lightning strikes in these areas.

Heavy Rainfall Outlook for South Bengal

In South Bengal, several districts are under a strict weather alert due to the ongoing low-pressure system. West Medinipur, Jhargram, and Bankura are expected to face extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Additionally, regions such as East Medinipur, South 24 Parganas, Purulia, Howrah, Hooghly, and the Bardhaman districts will experience heavy showers. Coastal areas like South 24 Parganas and East Medinipur may encounter strong winds blowing at 40 to 50 kilometers per hour.

Advisory for Fishermen and Future Outlook

The unsettled weather conditions are expected to persist through August 18. The meteorological department has noted that sea conditions will remain rough along the West Bengal and Odisha coasts, with wind speeds potentially reaching 60 kilometers per hour in gusts. Consequently, authorities have strongly advised fishermen to refrain from venturing into the sea until at least August 18. The forecast indicates that heavy rain will continue to impact parts of North and South Bengal for the next few days.