Heavy Downpours Loom Over Jharkhand: IMD's Orange Alert
The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in five districts of Jharkhand, with notable heavy rains already affecting the region. An unusual amount of rainfall has been recorded since October began, surpassing the normal levels. Additional alerts are in place for several other districts.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has sounded an orange alert for heavy rains in five districts of Jharkhand, namely Garhwa, Palamu, Latehar, Chatra, and Hazaribagh.
This comes as the state witnesses significant rainfall, with 46 mm recorded by October 3, far exceeding the usual 11.7 mm anticipated for this period.
The IMD warns that heavy showers and possible thunderstorms may persist, urging locals to remain vigilant for potential flooding and disruption.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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