The arrival of monsoon showers has brought much-needed relief to the people of Bihar, tempering the scorching summer heat. Several districts witnessed heavy rainfall, including Bettiah and Motihari, where strong winds accompanied the downpour.
RainsBring Relief and Potential Disruptions:
While the rains have brought a welcome respite from the heat, they have also caused some disruptions.In Bettiah, a tree fell onto the road due to the strong winds.The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for all districts of Bihar, forecasting more rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and winds gusting up to 40-50 kmph.
Areas Receiving Rainfall:
Here’s a breakdown of the rainfall received in different areas:
- West Champaran: 15.2mm
- East Champaran: 18.3mm
- Muzaffarpur: 0.9mm
- Sitamarhi: 1 mm
Rain Expected in Several Districts:
The yellow alert covers the following districts:
- East Champaran
- West Champaran
- Gopalganj
- Siwan
- Saran
- Muzaffarpur
- Sheohar
- Sitamarhi
- Vaishali
- Samastipur
- Darbhanga
- Madhubani
- Saharsa
- Supaul
- Madhepura
- Purnia
- Araria
Additional Districts with Yellow Alert:
- Katihar
- Kishanganj
- Patna
- Bhojpur
- Buxar
- Kaimur
- Rohtas
- Aurangabad
- Arwal
- Jehanabad
- Gaya
- Nawada
- Nalanda
- Sheikhpura
- Lakhisarai
- Begusarai
- Jamui
- Munger
- Khagaria
- Bhagalpur
- Banka
Stay Informed and Be Prepared:
With the monsoon season in full swing, it’s important to stay informed about weather updates and be prepared for potential disruptions.Remember to take necessary precautions during heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.