Rainfall Update: The mood of the weather in India can change at any time, and especially in the month of March, weather changes are more common. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert of rain and hailstorm for the next few days. Heavy rains, strong winds and hailstorms may occur in many states of the country during this season. Let us know the warning of the Meteorological Department and what people should do about it. The Meteorological Department has forecast heavy rains and hailstorms for 16 and 17 March 2025. Moderate to heavy rains are expected in many states of India during these two days. Strong winds may also blow at a speed of 30 to 40 kilometers per hour in some areas, and there is also a possibility of thunder and lightning with these winds. According to the Meteorological Department, this change in weather can be challenging for farmers as it can affect their crop. There may also be problems in normal life, especially problems in road traffic and power supply.
Rain and snowfall in these areas on March 16, 2025
Rain and snowfall is expected in the western Himalayan region on March 16. Heavy rain and snowfall may occur especially in Uttarakhand, which may cause the temperature to drop in the hilly areas. After this, the intensity of the weather is expected to decrease somewhat. Apart from this, hailstorms may occur in parts of Uttarakhand, Haryana, Chandigarh and western Uttar Pradesh on March 17 after March 16. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for these areas, advising people to be cautious. Strong winds of 30 to 40 kmph are also expected in these areas.
Rain and hailstorm with strong winds: Be alert in these areas
The Meteorological Department says that heavy rain, thunderstorms and snowfall may occur in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura between March 16 and 19 during the next few days. Along with this, strong winds of 30 to 40 kmph are expected in these areas. The Meteorological Department has also indicated hailstorms in these states, especially in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and parts of South and Central Assam. Farmers in these areas should consider measures to protect their crops and drivers have been advised to be cautious.
What to do when the weather worsens?
People should take some precautions to deal with weather changes:
- Avoid agricultural work: Avoid working in the fields to avoid rain and hailstorm, especially when there is a hailstorm alert.
- Be careful on the road: Driving on the road may be difficult due to rain and strong winds. Therefore, go out only after getting information about the weather before traveling.
- Take care of electrical equipment: There may be a possibility of power cut when the weather is bad, so take backup for essential equipment.
- Safety at home: Keep any object outside the house safe during rain, so that it does not fly in strong winds and harm anyone.
- Be cautious: During heavy rain and hailstorm, people should stay at home and go out only for essential work.