Amid a looming spectre of El Nino, IMD says monsoon likely to be 'below normal' India's farm sector faces potential challenges as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a 'below normal' southwest monsoon. Amidst growing El Nino risks, rainfall is forecast at 92% of the long period average, with a higher probability of deficient rains. #IMD #southwest_monsoon #India_Meteorological #Meteorological_Department #India_farm #looming_spectre #farm_sector #sector_faces #faces_potential #potential_challenges
Heavy Rain Alert in Karnataka: Key Updates and Incidents Weather Alert: Duration: Heavy rainfall is expected to continue for the next 2-3 days (as of March 17, 2026). Affected Regions: Shimoga District: Flash floods and landslides reported. Shidlaghatta (Shimoga): Lightning strikes caused a fire in a teak tree, injuring one person. Other Areas: Heavy rain with thunderstorms and hailstones (alikallu) in multiple districts. Reason: Southwest monsoon winds and low-pressure systems are causing the downpour. Incidents: Tree Fire: A lightning strike ignited a teak tree in Shidlaghatta, prompting fire department intervention. Lightning Injury: A person was injured by a lightning strike in Shimoga. Road Closures: Flooding has disrupted traffic in several regions. Precautions: Avoid low-lying areas and open fields during storms. Stay updated with local weather advisories. Secure outdoor objects (e.g., vehicles, furniture) to prevent damage. Other Notes: Gas Prices: A glass of nimbu (lemon) juice in Bengaluru costs ₹179, and hotels are facing gas price hikes. Unrelated Topics: The query also includes mentions of jewelry prices, health tips, and entertainment news, but these are not directly related to the weather alert. Final Answer: Karnataka is experiencing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, with alerts issued for Shimoga, Shidlaghatta, and other districts. Lightning strikes caused a tree fire and injured one person. Residents are advised to stay safe and monitor weather updates. Other unrelated topics (e.g., juice prices, jewelry) are mentioned but are not linked to the weather event.#karnataka #shimoga_district #shidlaghatta #southwest_monsoon #lightning_strike
