Kolkata, August 13 (Kiran News). While South Bengal continues to reel under intense humidity, the next 48 hours are expected to bring heavy rainfall to North Bengal. The Alipore Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar districts on Wednesday and Thursday, forecasting rainfall exceeding 200 mm. Orange alerts have been issued for Darjeeling and Kalimpong for heavy to very heavy rain, while Uttar Dinajpur is on alert for heavy rainfall. Although rainfall intensity in North Bengal may decrease from Friday, the risk of landslides and floods will persist.
Weather Warnings for North & South Bengal
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North Bengal:
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Red Alert: Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar (200 mm+ rainfall expected).
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Orange Alert: Darjeeling, Kalimpong (heavy to very heavy rainfall).
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Yellow Alert: Uttar Dinajpur (heavy rainfall warning).
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South Bengal:
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Expected impact from a possible low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal from Wednesday.
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Yellow alerts issued for North & South 24 Parganas, East & West Medinipur, and Nadia.
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Wind speeds may reach 30–40 km/h in coastal areas.
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Fishermen Advisory
The weather department has advised fishermen not to venture into the sea along the Bengal and Odisha coasts from Wednesday, due to strong winds and high waves.
Kolkata Weather
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Temperatures will remain above normal with high humidity causing discomfort.
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Localised light to moderate showers with thunderstorms are possible.
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If rainfall is minimal, both heat and humidity levels will rise further.
Outlook
Rainfall activity in South Bengal is expected to reduce from Saturday, but a fresh spell of monsoon showers may begin next week.
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