Patna: The Meteorological Centre has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in 11 districts of Bihar on Monday, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 40 kmph. While several parts of the state are likely to receive rain, humid and hot conditions are expected to persist in other areas.
The weather department has forecast continued rainfall and thunderstorm activity across Bihar over the next seven days. Rain is also likely in several districts on September 1 and 2, indicating that the beginning of September may remain unsettled.
Over the past 24 hours, heavy rain was reported in parts of Patna, Supaul, Jamui and Rohtas, with waterlogging reported in several areas.
Six-Foot Crocodile Found Along Kosi River In Supaul
Meanwhile, a nearly six-foot-long crocodile was spotted along the Kosi River near Sanpathaha village, close to the eastern Kosi safety guide bund near the Saraigarh-Bhaptiyahi Kosi Mahasetu in Supaul district.
The crocodile reportedly emerged from the river and moved onto dry land. Local residents managed to capture it after considerable effort and handed it over to officials of the Forest Department.
A crowd gathered at the spot after news of the crocodile spread. Police and local residents advised people to maintain a safe distance from the animal to prevent any untoward incident.
How Will Bihar Weather Be In The First Week Of September?
The weather in Bihar is unlikely to remain completely clear at the beginning of September. The Meteorological Centre has forecast rain in several parts of the state on September 1 and 2.
However, temperatures and humidity may rise again between September 3 and 5, with some areas likely to experience sunshine and humid conditions while others receive rain.
The weather department has forecast rain and thunderstorm activity to continue in Bihar during the next seven days.
Three Weather Systems Driving Rainfall
According to the weather department, three weather systems are currently influencing conditions over Bihar.
Low-pressure area: A low-pressure area is active over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas of West Bengal and north Odisha. Its associated cyclonic circulation extends up to 7.6 km above mean sea level and is expected to move west-northwestwards during the next 24 hours.
Monsoon trough: The main monsoon trough is passing effectively over Bihar and Patna.
Secondary trough: Another trough extends from the low-pressure system through Jharkhand and Bihar towards southern Uttar Pradesh.
Patna Likely To Remain Cloudy
Patna residents experienced intense sunshine and humid heat throughout Sunday, but the weather changed in the evening, with dense clouds covering the sky and heavy rain reported in several areas.
Patna and adjoining areas may continue to witness intermittent rain along with cloudy conditions. The city is likely to see fluctuations between sunshine and clouds over the next few days.
Humidity may remain high during the day. Rain could bring some temporary relief from the heat, while sunshine in the absence of rainfall may lead to a further rise in temperature and humidity.
Bihar Records 40% Rainfall Deficit
Despite isolated spells of heavy rain, Bihar continues to face a significant rainfall deficit this monsoon season.
During the past 24 hours, heavy rainfall was recorded at isolated locations in Aurangabad, Siwan, Samastipur and Supaul. Aurangabad’s Obra recorded 82.8 mm, while Birpur in Supaul received 82 mm of rain. Hasanpur in Samastipur recorded 70 mm, Kutumba in Aurangabad received 68.6 mm, and Basantpur in Siwan recorded 67.6 mm.
Paliganj in Patna also recorded 54 mm of rainfall.
Bihar was expected to receive 768.8 mm of rainfall during the monsoon period so far, but only 459.4 mm has been recorded. This represents a rainfall deficit of around 40%, making the continuing rain activity particularly significant for the state.
