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104 killed as UP braces for more thunderstorms strong winds IMD orange alerts for Lucknow Kanpur

India
Published on 14 May 2026
104 killed as UP braces for more thunderstorms strong winds IMD orange alerts for Lucknow Kanpur

Orange alerts in Lucknow and Kanpur after deadly storms

Uttar Pradesh is bracing for further heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds as the IMD issues orange alerts for Lucknow and Kanpur, with additional severe-weather risks in specific districts. The state has already mourned 104 deaths linked to recent storms, triggering immediate relief and compensation orders from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. New advanced weather forecasting systems are also being rolled out.

  • IMD issues orange alerts for Lucknow and Kanpur amid worsening conditions
  • 104 people have died in recent thunderstorms and strong winds
  • CM Yogi Adityanath orders rapid relief and compensation for families and livestock
  • Advanced weather forecasting systems are being introduced
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