As the festive season draws near, people in West Bengal are busy with their last-minute shopping. However, weather forecasts are dampening their spirits as a low-pressure system is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal. According to the Meteorological Department, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, and Jharkhand could experience heavy rainfall in the next 48 hours, potentially disrupting plans. The looming question on everyone’s mind is: when will the weather improve?
Low-Pressure System to Cause Widespread Rainfall
The low-pressure system has already impacted the weather, with gloomy skies and scattered rain observed across many regions. The Meteorological Department has warned that the rainfall will increase as the system strengthens. Both North and South Bengal are expected to face heavy to extremely heavy rainfall on Wednesday and Thursday.
Districts such as North and South 24 Parganas, East Medinipur, East and West Burdwan, Birbhum, Hooghly, Nadia, and Murshidabad could see significant rainfall accompanied by lightning and gusty winds. On Thursday, thunderstorms are expected across all districts of Bengal, with the possibility of heavier downpours in Purulia, Jhargram, Bankura, East and West Medinipur, and South 24 Parganas.
Heavy Rainfall Alerts for North Bengal
In North Bengal, districts like Darjeeling, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduar are under heavy rainfall warnings, with the intensity expected to increase on Thursday. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is also anticipated in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduar, while light to moderate rain may affect other districts. By Friday, the weather alert will remain in place for Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Cooch Behar.
Impact on Shopping and Festivities
With the festive season just around the corner, the news of heavy rains is concerning for people who are out shopping. The continuous downpour may disrupt daily life and business activities across West Bengal. Many shoppers are worried that their preparations for the festivities could be ruined by the unpredictable weather.
Heavy Rainfall Expected in Neighboring States
The weather disturbance is not limited to West Bengal. Neighboring states like Odisha, Bihar, and Jharkhand are also expected to experience heavy rainfall over the next few days. In particular, Bihar could face intense rain until Friday, while Karnataka’s coastal regions and Gujarat are also under heavy rainfall warnings.
Conclusion
With heavy rainfall forecast for the next 48 hours, residents of West Bengal and neighboring states are advised to stay cautious and make necessary arrangements. As the festive season approaches, it remains to be seen how the weather will evolve and whether it will impact celebrations. For now, all eyes are on the skies as the low-pressure system continues to develop over the Bay of Bengal.