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IMD issues thunderstorm, gusts alert for Oct 10–12

By Drooid · Oct 11, 2026, 10:12 AM UTC · How we work

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IMD Issues Storm Alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts rain, thunderstorms and 40-50 kmph gusts in states on October 10-12.
IMD issued an alert for thunderstorms, lightning and 40-50 kmph gusts in Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep.
IMD placed a warning on the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Maharashtra’s Konkan belt until October 12.
IMD said a cyclonic circulation will enter the Andaman Sea around October 11.
IMD warned circulation may spawn a Bay of Bengal low-pressure area by October 13.

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Authorities Advise Caution

Authorities advise Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad residents to monitor updates and avoid open areas during thunderstorms.
The Delhi Metro lists 57 stations as affected, issuing altered timings and passenger guidance.
A yellow alert for eight Uttarakhand districts forecasts 64.5-115.5 mm of rain over the next four days.
Uttarakhand’s heavy-rain warning notes strong winds of 30-40 kmph and possible snowfall above 4,200 m.

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IMD Issues Storm Alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts rain, thunderstorms and 40-50 kmph gusts in states on October 10-12.
IMD issued an alert for thunderstorms, lightning and 40-50 kmph gusts in Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Lakshadweep.
IMD placed a warning on the Mumbai Metropolitan Region and Maharashtra’s Konkan belt until October 12.
IMD said a cyclonic circulation will enter the Andaman Sea around October 11.
IMD warned circulation may spawn a Bay of Bengal low-pressure area by October 13.

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