Jharkhand News : The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for six districts of Jharkhand, forecasting heavy rainfall and lightning on Thursday, July 17. The affected districts include Palamu, Garhwa, Koderma, Lohardaga, and Chatra. The alert has raised concerns of possible thunderstorms, urging residents to take safety precautions.
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According to the weather office, certain areas in these districts may experience cloud-to-ground lightning, accompanied by intense downpours. Citizens have been advised to stay indoors during bad weather, avoid open fields, and refrain from using electrical appliances.
Heaviest rainfall recorded in Rajmahal
In the last 24 hours, several parts of Jharkhand have witnessed scattered rainfall, with the heaviest downpour recorded in Rajmahal (Sahibganj district) at 187.2 mm. In contrast, the state capital Ranchi recorded 9 mm of rainfall, though light showers and overcast skies persisted throughout Wednesday.
Rainy weather was observed across the capital region since morning, contributing to pleasant temperatures and humidity. Despite the light showers, cloudy conditions kept the sun hidden most of the day.
Temperature readings on July 16:
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Ranchi: 29.2°C
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Jamshedpur: 31.5°C
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Daltonganj: 28.6°C
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Bokaro: 28.2°C
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Chaibasa: 32°C
The IMD has predicted that the monsoon will remain active over Jharkhand in the coming days, particularly in northwestern and central districts. The rains may lead to rising water levels in rivers and streams, especially in rural and low-lying areas.
The state disaster management teams and local administrations have been advised to stay alert and make preparations for potential emergencies. Rural roads may get waterlogged, and transportation might be affected if rainfall intensifies.
Farmers and villagers in the affected areas are being asked to take extra precautions and not work in open fields during thunderstorms. IMD has also recommended closely monitoring updates and alerts issued through official government sources.
