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News India Live, Digital Desk: Impact of Cyclone Montha: The effect of Cyclonic Storm ‘Montha’ formed in the Bay of Bengal is now visible in Jharkhand also. The weather pattern in the state has suddenly changed and the Meteorological Department has issued a warning of heavy rain in most parts of the state for the next 48 hours. In view of the impact of this storm, ‘Yellow Alert’ has been issued for 19 districts of the state including the capital Ranchi.
When and where will it be affected?
According to the Meteorological Center based in Ranchi, the maximum impact of ‘Montha’ cyclone will be seen on 28 and 29 October. During this period, the sky will be cloudy in the central and south-eastern parts of the state and there will be light to moderate rain at many places. There is also a possibility of heavy rain along with thunder at some places.
Yellow alert issued for these 19 districts:
The districts where the possibility of heavy rain and thunderstorms is highest and for which ‘Yellow Alert’ has been issued are:
- capital Ranchi
- Bokaro
- gumla
- Hazaribagh
- peg
- Ramgarh
- East Singhbhum
- West Singhbhum
- simdega
- Seraikela-Kharsawan
- Deoghar
- Dhanbad
- Dumka
- Giridih
- godda
- jamtara
- pakud
- Sahibganj
People living in these districts have been advised to take special precautions.
Strong winds can increase problems
The weather department has warned not only of rain but also of strong winds. Due to the impact of the cyclone, in these two days many parts of the state 30 to 40 kilometers per hour Winds can blow at a speed of up to 50 kilometers per hour.
Meteorological Department’s advice:
- People should be careful and alert in ‘Yellow Alert’ districts.
- During rain and thunder, stay in safe places and avoid standing under trees or near electric poles.
- Farmers are advised to take their harvested crops to safe places.
- Strong winds can damage weak structures, so stay away from them.
This cyclone can further strengthen the knock of cold in Jharkhand. When the weather clears after October 30, the minimum temperature in the state is likely to drop, which will increase the cold.