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Bay of Bengal System May Intensify Rain Across Madhya Pradesh
A weather system is forming over the Bay of Bengal.
It may become stronger and push moist air toward Madhya Pradesh.
This could bring rain to many parts of the state through September 26.
Chhindwara, Seoni and Balaghat are expected to receive heavy rain on Wednesday.
Some places could get very heavy rain on September 25 and 26.
More than 100 towns and cities recently received rain.
Madhya Pradesh has received about 34.2 inches of rain so far this season.
The report gives two slightly different estimates of the rainfall shortfall, saying both 91.5% of normal and six percent below normal.
A developing Bay of Bengal system may intensify and bring rain to Madhya Pradesh and parts of central India.
Heavy rainfall is forecast in Chhindwara, Seoni and Balaghat, with rain possible across many other districts.
Some Madhya Pradesh districts may receive heavy to very heavy rain on September 25 and 26.
The state recorded 869.3 millimeters, or 34.2 inches, of rainfall against a normal 927.5 millimeters.
The report says rainfall is 91.5% of normal, while also describing an overall six-percent deficit.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh residents and districts affected by the forecast, with rainfall monitored by the weather department.
- What
- A developing Bay of Bengal system is expected to intensify rain, prompting heavy rainfall alerts across several Madhya Pradesh districts.
- Where
- Madhya Pradesh, with possible effects in Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and other parts of central India.
- When
- Rain is forecast over the next four days, with alerts issued for September 23 and 24 and heavier rain possible on September 25 and 26.
- Why
- The system is expected to transport moisture and alter atmospheric circulation over central India.
Key facts
- Forecast period
- Rain is expected in parts of Madhya Pradesh through September 26.
- Wednesday alert
- Heavy rain is likely in Chhindwara, Seoni and Balaghat.
- Highest recent rainfall
- Deori in Sagar district recorded 2.4 inches.
- Recent rainfall coverage
- More than 100 cities and towns received rain on Monday and Tuesday.
- State rainfall total
- Madhya Pradesh has received 869.3 millimeters, or 34.2 inches, compared with a normal 927.5 millimeters.
- Regional deficit
- The eastern region is reported to have a two-percent deficit, while western Madhya Pradesh is around 10% below average.
- Reporting discrepancy
- The article describes rainfall as both 91.5% of normal and six percent below normal.
Sources
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