The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued yellow and orange alerts, projecting rainfall in several states in upcoming days, while also providing update on the rainfall situation in Delhi, as the national capital has witnessed showers over the last few days.

Speaking to news agency ANI, RK Jenamani, a senior scientist with the weather body, said that a western disturbance is likely to hit the country’s eastern region from January 11. This western disturbance, Jenamani said, will move further, and lead to heavy rain in the central and eastern parts of the country.

Odisha: The state has issued an orange warning on January 11-12. That’s because there’s going to be hail here on January 11, Jenmani said.

The IMD’s “orange alert” warns of “extremely severe weather” that could cause disruptions such as road and rail closures and power outages.

Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal: For these three states, a yellow alert has been issued from January 11 to January 13.

A yellow warning indicates “severe severe weather” lasting several days. According to the alert, the weather could also get worse, disrupting normal activities.

Delhi: The Metropolitan Department said the city will see a significant reduction in rainfall, with no showers from January 11 to 17 as there is no western disturbance ahead.

Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab: The ongoing intense precipitation spell over the western Himalayas and the adjoining plains –Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab–began weakening on January 9. 

Complete News Source : Hindustan Times