The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for August 26, forecasting heavy to extremely heavy rainfall over the next 2-3 days in several states, including Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Goa. This alert comes as a deep depression over northwest Madhya Pradesh and east Rajasthan intensifies, posing significant weather risks.Forecast and affected areasAs of 11:30 pm on August 25, the deep depression was located about 70 kilometers south-southeast of Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The IMD predicts this system will continue its west-southwest movement, impacting South Rajasthan, Gujarat, Saurashtra, and Kutch and extending into parts of Pakistan by August 29. The weather system is expected to bring torrential rainfall and possible flooding to these regions.Weather developmentsThe IMD also highlighted another low-pressure area situated over Bangladesh and Gangetic West Bengal, which is anticipated to strengthen and shift towards West Bengal, north Odisha, and Jharkhand within the next two days. Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is forecast for Konkan, Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and Jharkhand during this period.48 hours very Critical for Gujarat: Red Alert Issued for VadodaraThe Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Vadodara, along with several other districts in Gujarat, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours. As Janmashtami celebrations… pic.twitter.com/Zz5qCxBNfC— Our Vadodara (@ourvadodara) August 26, 2024Sea conditions and precautionsSea conditions are expected to be very rough off the coasts of Gujarat, Pakistan, and north Maharashtra until August 30. The north Bay of Bengal is also forecasted to experience rough seas on August 26. Residents and travelers are advised to exercise caution and stay updated with local weather advisories.
