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News India Live, Digital Desk: Once again the weather patterns have completely changed in Jharkhand. The Meteorological Department (IMD Ranchi) has issued a warning of thunderstorm, heavy rain and lightning in various parts of the state for the next 5 days. This trend, which started on Wednesday, April 1, is likely to continue for the next few days. The situation may be more serious in the north-eastern districts, for which the department has even issued an ‘Orange Alert’.
‘Orange’ and ‘Yellow’ alert issued in these districts
According to the Meteorological Center Ranchi, this change in the weather has occurred due to the cyclonic circulation and trough line formed over the state:
Orange Alert: There is a possibility of heavy thunderstorm and hailstorm in all the districts of Santal Pargana (Devghar, Dumka, Godda, Sahibganj, Pakur, Jamtara) as well as Giridih, Dhanbad and Bokaro. wind speed here 50-60 km/h Can go till.
Yellow Alert: Light to moderate rain and thundershowers in the districts of central and southern Jharkhand, including the capital Ranchi. 40-50 km/h Winds are expected to blow at a speed of.
Drop in temperature up to 4 degrees
Due to this unseasonal rain and cold winds, the maximum temperature in the state has increased. 2 to 4 degrees Celsius A decline of up to. The temperature in Ranchi has fallen to around 33 degrees, which has brought great relief to the people from the scorching heat that they have been facing for the last few days. However, the Meteorological Department says that after April 4, when the sky clears, the temperature will start increasing again.
Fear of damage to crops due to hailstorm
Meteorologists have warned that along with storm and rain, hail may also fall in many districts. This can cause huge damage to Rabi crops and mango-litchi flowers standing in the fields. Farmers have been advised to keep the harvested crops in safe places and postpone spraying pesticides for now.
appeal for caution
In view of the increasing incidents of lightning, the administration has issued advisory for the people:
stay safe: During thunder or lightning, do not take shelter under trees and stay away from electric poles.
Electronic Equipment: Unplug household electrical appliances during inclement weather.
For farmers: Farmers working in open fields should immediately move to a permanent house or safe place if the weather worsens.