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Thunderstorm, rain likely across South Bengal this week
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Kolkata, has forecast thunderstorms and rain across several South Bengal districts from Sunday to Friday. Gusty winds reaching 40-60 kmph may hit districts including Birbhum, Murshidabad, Nadia,…
The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Kolkata, has forecast thunderstorms and rain across several South Bengal districts from Sunday to Friday. Gusty winds reaching 40-60 kmph may hit districts including Birbhum, Murshidabad, Nadia, Purulia, Bankura, West Burdwan, Hooghly, and East and West Midnapore on different days. Kolkata and adjoining areas are also likely to see scattered rain and thunderstorm activity.
Rainfall is expected to intensify on May 28 and 29, covering almost all districts of South Bengal. Day temperatures will remain nearly unchanged for a few days, then dip by 2-3 degrees Celsius later in the week. Maximum temperatures are likely to stay above normal in western districts. The Met office warned that hot and humid conditions may continue despite the rain.
Indian Opinion Analysis
South Bengal is entering the pre-monsoon season, when nor'westers (Kalbaishakhi) are common. These storms often cause localised damage to crops, power lines and kutcha houses, especially in rural districts like Purulia and Bankura. The RMC's forecast of 40-60 kmph winds means farmers may need to secure harvests. The real test will be whether the rain actually arrives, as pre-monsoon forecasts can be patchy. Residents should watch for updated warnings on May 28, when the heaviest activity is predicted.
Source: millenniumpost.in
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