AMN / PATNA
The Met. department has issued an alert of increased activities of lightning, hailstorm, and thundering accompanying heavy to moderate rainfall in several parts of Bihar for the next five days.
Director of Meteorological Centre, Patna, Ashish Kumar said that for today, an orange alert has been sounded in the state.
Mr. Kumar said that in the coming days, fluctuations might be witnessed region-wise from Northeast to West Bihar in rainfall activities accompanying thundering, sudden high-speed gusty winds and lighting.
The Director said that from April to June, the heightened rains and associated activities are common and cause widespread damage due to the devastating nature of vigorous winds
He said this is an annual feature in the pre-monsoon season. He said precautions and awareness, like avoiding to venture out during rains, are the golden rule to avert loss of life. He added that when the sky is overcast one should remain very alert.
In the past 72 hours, more than 80 people have been killed in incidents of lightning and rain-related accidents in the state.
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