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Bay of Bengal System: Heavy Rain Alert in Jharkhand Today, Storm and Lightning Risk in 7 Districts.
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News18•23-09-2026, 05:01
Bay of Bengal System: Heavy Rain Alert in Jharkhand Today, Storm and Lightning Risk in 7 Districts.
- •Jharkhand's weather has changed due to a low-pressure system formed in the Bay of Bengal.
- •Today, heavy rain, lightning, and strong winds are expected in Ranchi, Khunti, Gumla, Lohardaga, Ramgarh, Bokaro, and Dhanbad.
- •Very heavy rain is possible on September 24 in Simdega, West Singhbhum, Ranchi, Gumla, and Khunti.
- •Heavy rain may also occur on September 25 and 26, with thunder, lightning, and strong winds continuing on September 27 and 28.
- •Temperatures in Jharkhand are expected to drop below normal due to rain and clouds, making the weather pleasant.
Key Questions Answered
A low-pressure system formed over the Bay of Bengal triggered a change in weather, leading to heavy rain alerts, thunderstorms, and lightning across Jharkhand.
Heavy rain, storms, and lightning are expected in seven districts, including Ranchi, Khunti, Gumla, Lohardaga, Ramgarh, Bokaro, and Dhanbad, with very heavy rain specifically anticipated in Simdega and West Singhbhum.
The IMD advises people to avoid open fields, tall trees, electric poles, and water bodies due to the high risk of sudden lightning and strong winds reaching up to 40-50 kmph.
