India on Alert :IMD Issues Red Warnings

Published on May 24, 2025 | By [NISHA]

India is grappling with widespread severe weather conditions, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues alerts across several states. Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are impacting daily life and travel plans from the south to the north of the country.

Kerala has been placed on high alert with five districts Kasaragod, Kannur, Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Malappuram—receiving red warnings for May 25 due to extremely heavy rain. Authorities have shut down several popular tourist attractions, including the Mattupetty Dam in Munnar, to prevent accidents.

Unseasonal rains have claimed 24 lives across Maharashtra in the last 48 hours. While the IMD has downgraded Mumbai’s weather alert to yellow light to moderate rain and isolated thunderstorms with gusty winds are expected to persist through Tuesday.

In the national capital region, residents are bracing for intense thunderstorms. An orange alert has been issued with wind speeds possibly reaching up to 70 km/h. The IMD has advised the public to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.

The northeastern states—including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Tripura—will experience widespread rainfall over the next week. Thunderstorms and isolated heavy rain are expected to disrupt normal life in the region.

Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Madhya Pradesh are also in line for scattered rainfall and storm activity. These regions may experience gusty winds and localized flooding.

The IMD urges residents in affected areas to:

Avoid outdoor activities during thunderstorms .

Secure loose items on balconies or rooftops

Keep emergency supplies ready

Stay tuned to official bulletins on mausam.imd.gov.in

This report was compiled with assistance from ChatGPT (OpenAI) and sources including IMD, India Today, Times of India, and other media outlets.