U-turn of weather in UP, Orange alert, warning of rain and hailstorm in many districts including Prayagraj, Lucknow and Varanasi.

News India Live, Digital Desk: Amidst the scorching heat in Uttar Pradesh, the Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued both major relief and warning. The weather pattern is going to change completely in many parts of UP. Meteorological Department has issued warnings for many important cities of the state. Orange Alert issuing rain with thunder and lightning and Hailstorm The possibility has been expressed.

Effect will be visible in these districts (Affected Districts)

According to the Meteorological Department, due to the active Western Disturbance, strong winds will blow in the central and eastern parts of Uttar Pradesh.

Main cities: Lucknow, Prayagraj, Kanpur, Varanasi, Gorakhpur and Ayodhya.

Alert Type: Orange Alert (warning of strong thunderstorm and rain).

wind speed: Strong winds are expected to blow at a speed of 40 to 50 kilometers per hour.

Hailstorm & Lightning Warning

Meteorologists have advised farmers and the general public to be especially alert:

Damage to crops: At present, crops are in the harvesting phase in many areas, hence sudden hailstorm can become a cause of concern for the farmers.

Electrical Danger: There is a strong possibility of lightning during rain. People have been advised not to take shelter under trees during thunderstorms.

Drop in temperature: After this change, a drop of 3 to 5 degrees Celsius can be recorded in the maximum temperature, which will provide relief from the severe heat wave that has been occurring for the last several days.

Probable condition of major cities (City-wise Forecast)

Safety Tips

Stay away from mud houses and dilapidated buildings during strong storms.

Do not stand near electric poles and tall trees.

Farmers have been advised to keep the harvested crops covered in safe places.

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