Powerful pre-monsoon storms across Uttar Pradesh have killed at least 111 people, officials said, after an updated tally from an earlier figure of 89 deaths. Gales, lightning and torrential rain tore off tin roofs, uprooted trees and left roads blocked, with at least 72 injured and over 200 homes damaged initially. A widely shared video from Bareilly reportedly shows a labourer lifted about 50 feet while securing a roof, and he survived. Officials are distributing financial aid to families.
The IMD has issued alerts for thunderstorms, lightning, and heavy rain across multiple states as pre monsoon activity intensifies. Jharkhand, Bihar, and Maharashtra are among the regions likely to see severe weather. Delhi is also under a heatwave warning, while Rajasthan expects extreme heat and Kerala and West Bengal may receive significant rainfall.
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A massive dust storm struck Thane and nearby areas on Thursday evening, prompting a high alert across Mumbai and the broader region. Officials warn that heavy rain and lightning could follow, with the alert expected to impact conditions in the coming hour. Locals shared videos online, showing reduced visibility as the storm moved through the area.
A weather alert issued at 7 pm on April 27 warns that parts of Delhi and the NCR could see light rain or drizzle with thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds within the next two hours. Winds are expected to reach 30–40 kmph in several areas, offering temporary respite from ongoing heat, but raising risks of sudden squalls and reduced visibility.
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