Bihar Weather Alert: IMD Warns of Torrential Rain and Thunderstorms in Aurangabad, Buxar, and Other Districts as Monsoon Revives

Monsoon activity has intensified significantly across Bihar following the formation of a low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal and an active monsoon trough. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued comprehensive warnings indicating heavy downpours, intense lightning, and gusty winds sweeping through multiple districts over the coming days. Residents and local authorities have been placed on alert as weather conditions turn volatile.Heavy Rain Warning and District-Specific AlertsAccording to the latest meteorological updates, severe weather conditions are impacting various pockets of the state:Targeted Districts for Heavy Rain: While heavy rainfall lashed areas like Aurangabad, Gaya, and Rohtas, the IMD has issued specific heavy rain warnings for Aurangabad, Bhabua (Kaimur), Buxar, and Rohtas.Thunderstorms and Gusty Winds: Surface winds reaching speeds of 30 to 40 km/h, accompanied by frequent thunderstorms and lightning, are anticipated across most districts in North-West, South-West, South-Central, and North-East Bihar.Review of Past 24 Hours: Rainfall and Temperature TrendsPrecipitation data from the preceding 24 hours highlights intensive localized spells across several regions:Significant Rainfall Measurements: Heavy showers were recorded at isolated locations, notably in Aurangabad (Obra recorded 82.8 mm), Supaul (Birpur logged 82.0 mm), Samastipur (Hasanpur saw 70.0 mm), and Siwan (Basantpur recorded 67.6 mm). Strong surface winds touching 39 km/h swept through Araria and Lakhisarai.Temperature Variations: Supaul registered the state's highest maximum temperature at 36.8°C, whereas Forbesganj and Munger recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 25.0°C.Safety Advisory Issued by Meteorological AuthoritiesIn view of continuous lightning risks and squally weather, the Meteorological Department has strongly advised citizens to exercise caution. People are urged to avoid taking shelter under tall trees, near electric poles, or in open fields during thunderstorms, and to remain indoors within secure, permanent structures until weather conditions stabilize.