Yellow alert in most North Bengal districts, thunderstorms also likely in Kolkata on May 16
The IMD in Kolkata has issued a weather warning indicating the likelihood of rain accompanied by thunderstorms across several districts of North Bengal on May 16.
A yellow alert has been issued for the districts of Alipurduar, Coochbehar, Darjeeling, Uttar Dinajpur, and Jalpaiguri.
The alerted districts are expected to witness light to moderate thunderstorm activity and lightning, accompanied by light to moderate rainfall. Gusty winds blowing at speeds between 30 to 40 kmph are also likely to prevail in these areas. The IMD has noted the possibility of lightning strikes across the yellow-alerted districts and advised residents to take necessary precautions to ensure safety.
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Kolkata is also expected to experience thunderstorm activity on May 16...
