Kalbaishakhi in West Bengal | Thunderstorm Forecast in South Bengal A severe thunderstorm, known as Kalbaishakhi, has been forecasted to hit several parts of South Bengal, including Kolkata, with heavy rainfall and strong winds expected. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for eight districts in West Bengal, warning of wind speeds reaching up to 80 kilometers per hour. The storm is expected to bring intense rainfall and potential hailstones, prompting authorities to advise residents to take precautions. The affected districts include Hugli, East Bardhaman, Hooghly, Purba Medinipur, Paschim Bardhaman, Birbhum, and North 24 Parganas. Additionally, parts of Nadia and Murshidabad are under similar warnings. The IMD has stated that wind speeds in these areas could range between 70 to 80 kilometers per hour, with heavy rainfall expected to accompany the storm. In some regions, such as Birbhum and Paschim Bardhaman, hailstones may fall, while other areas like Kolkata and South 24 Parganas will experience moderate rainfall. The storm is expected to intensify on Wednesday evening, with the IMD predicting that wind speeds will peak during this period. The department has also warned that the storm could lead to localized flooding and disruption of transportation. Residents are advised to stay indoors, secure loose objects, and avoid unnecessary travel. The weather conditions are expected to ease slightly by Thursday, though sporadic rainfall may continue into the weekend. The storm’s impact extends beyond West Bengal, with neighboring regions such as North Bengal and Odisha also facing severe weather. In the northern parts of the state, heavy rainfall and lightning are expected to persist until Saturday, with wind speeds reaching up to 50 to 60 kilometers per hour.#kolkata #west_bengal #india_meteorological_department #kalbaishakhi #hugli
