IMD Warns Jharkhand: Thunderstorms, Hailstorms on the Horizon

The India Meteorological Department has alerted that 14 districts in Jharkhand will face thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds from April 4. Some districts may also experience hailstorms on April 4 and 5. Gusty winds could damage crops, while certain areas may see temperatures above 38 degrees Celsius.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for Jharkhand, forecasting thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds in 14 districts from April 4. In its recent bulletin, the IMD highlighted that hailstorms might occur in specific regions on April 4 and 5.

The alert specifies potential storms in the northwest and central areas of Jharkhand, with wind speeds reaching up to 50 km/h. Districts such as Garhwa, Palamu, and Ranchi are on high alert. The department warns these conditions pose a risk to standing crops.

Conversely, the state's northeast and southeast parts will experience hot and humid conditions from April 2 to April 4. Chaibasa and Jamshedpur have reported temperatures soaring above 38 degrees Celsius, as per the latest data.

(With inputs from agencies.)