IMD Forecasts Heavy Rain, Thunder and Strong Winds Across India
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a new weather alert for India. It says heavy rain will start from tomorrow, along with thunder and strong winds in several areas.
According to the alert, the weather in Delhi has already begun to change. IMD has forecast heavy rain in the city within the next two hours, so people are advised to prepare for sudden downpours.
India is currently in its monsoon season, which usually brings heavy seasonal rain across the country. IMD has warned that as many as 25 states could face heavy rainfall in the coming days.
Such widespread warnings mean that many regions may experience disruption to daily life, including waterlogging on roads and possible flooding in low-lying areas. Authorities usually issue these alerts to help people stay safe.
Officials have advised residents to keep checking weather updates regularly. People are also told to avoid unnecessary travel during a storm and to carry an umbrella or raincoat if they must go outside.
Farmers, in particular, are being asked to take extra precaution, as heavy rain and strong winds can damage crops. Local authorities in the affected states are expected to monitor the situation closely as the monsoon continues.
Vocabulary9 words
- IMD
- India's official weather department
- alert
- an official warning about a coming danger
- thunder
- the loud noise that comes with lightning
- monsoon
- the rainy season in South Asia
- disruption
- something that stops normal activity
- flooding
- water covering land that is usually dry
- storm
- very bad weather with strong wind and rain
- umbrella
- a tool that keeps you dry in rain
- precaution
- an action taken to avoid danger
Quiz
Answer key
1. Heavy rain, thunder and strong winds 2. 25 3. True
Fill-in-the-blank listening
Play the audio again and fill in the missing words as you listen.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a new weather _____ for India.
It says heavy rain will start from tomorrow, along with _____ and strong winds.
The weather in Delhi has already begun to _____.
IMD has forecast heavy rain in the city within the next two _____.
India is currently in its _____ season, which brings heavy seasonal rain.
IMD has warned that as many as 25 _____ could face heavy rainfall.
Many regions may experience waterlogging and possible _____ in low-lying areas.
People are told to avoid unnecessary travel during a _____.
Farmers are being asked to take extra _____ to protect their crops.
Discussion questions
- Why do you think weather departments issue alerts before heavy rain arrives?
- How does the monsoon affect daily life in your country or region?
- What precautions do people usually take before a storm?
- Do you think warnings like this help reduce damage from flooding? Why or why not?