Chhattisgarh is facing a shift in weather patterns, prompting the Meteorological Department to issue Yellow and Orange alerts across numerous districts. Residents should brace themselves for heavy thunderstorms, potential lightning strikes, powerful winds ranging from 30-40 kmph, and varying levels of rainfall.
Districts included in the weather alert are Sukma, Bijapur, South Bastar Dantewada, Mahasamund, Baloda Bazar, Janjgir-Champa, Raigarh, Bilaspur, Korba, Jashpur, Gaurela-Pendra-Marwahi, Mungeli, and Surguja, where strong winds and rain are predicted. An alert has also been issued for Bastar, Narayanpur, Kondagaon, North Bastar Kanker, Dhamtari, Balod, Rajnandgaon, Gariaband, Raipur, Durg, Bemetara, Kabirdham, Surajpur, Korea, and Balrampur.
Citizens in these areas are cautioned about the possibility of lightning and intense rainfall coupled with strong winds. The SDMA and local administration are urging the public to seek shelter and avoid exposed locations, trees, power lines, and open fields during the inclement weather.
The forecast indicates that South Chhattisgarh is likely to experience heavy rainfall over the next five days. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about the weather conditions and take necessary precautions.