Thunderstorm this bad huh?

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A well-marked low pressure area currently centered over the southwest and adjoining southeast Bay of Bengal poses a direct threat to Bangalore in the coming days. As of 1130 hours IST on October 15, 2024, meteorological data indicates a high probability of this system affecting our city. Here's what you need to know:

1. System Intensification:
The low pressure area is expected to intensify into a depression within the next 12 hours. This rapid development warrants close attention as it will likely influence the system's impact on inland areas, including Bangalore.

2. Projected Path:
The forecast track, clearly visible in the right-hand map, shows a west-northwestward movement. Critically, Bangalore falls within the green-shaded "cone of uncertainty," indicating a significant probability of direct impact.

3. Timing:
The system is projected to reach the coasts of north Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh by early morning of October 17th. Given Bangalore's geographic position relative to these areas, we can expect to feel the system's effects potentially starting late on October 16th, with peak impact likely on October 17th.

4. Potential Impacts:

 **Precipitation:** Expect substantial rainfall, potentially leading to urban flooding given Bangalore's topography and infrastructure.

 **Wind:** Increased wind speeds may affect city operations and outdoor activities.

**Temperature:** A likely drop in daytime temperatures due to increased cloud cover and precipitation.

5. Urban Considerations:
Bangalore's urban heat island effect and extensive paved surfaces may exacerbate flooding risks. The city's stormwater drainage system will be put to the test.

6. Broader Context:
While the Arabian Sea depression mentioned is moving away from the Indian subcontinent, its presence may indirectly influence overall atmospheric conditions, potentially intensifying the Bay of Bengal system's effects.

7. Uncertainty Factors:
The "cone of uncertainty" in the image underscores the inherent variability in weather system predictions. Residents should prepare for a range of scenarios within this cone.

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- Heavy traffic jams reported on Delhi-Gurugram Expressway due to rain on September 11, 2024.
- Depression over central India to cause heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in several states over next 2-3 days.
- Uttarakhand, Delhi, and parts of U.P. to see significant rainfall; IMD issues alerts.
- Winds up to 55 kmph and risk of flash floods predicted in north Madhya Pradesh, west U.P., Haryana, and Delhi.
- Expect localized flooding, waterlogging, and traffic disruptions in urban areas. 

 Source: [The Hindu](https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/imd-warns-of-extremely-heavy-rains-in-parts-of-delhi-uttarakhand-up-over-next-3-days/article68632898.ece)

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On my way back from the office and it started thundering and drizzling. Got me real excited and I didn’t mind getting a little drenched on my bike. 

But the excitement to see the first proper rains was quickly outdone by the horror of Bangalore’s almost impressively bad sewage system back in action. It only gets worse, to see the first rains immediately turn to sludge and the dirty water spray around, when they hit the dirt laden streets and the traffic completely choked due to bad roads was a nightmare to drive through. 

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- **Bengaluru** experienced heavy rain on Saturday, causing **traffic snarls** and **flooding** in several parts of the city.
- The **India Meteorological Department (IMD)** reported 17.4 mm of rainfall by 8.30 PM, with more rain predicted for Sunday.
- Areas like **Rajarajeshwari Nagar** and **Kengeri** were among the hardest hit, with residents sharing pictures and videos of the flooding.
- **Disaster response teams** have been deployed to assist with relief efforts.
- The **Bengaluru Test match** faced interruptions due to rain, but advanced drainage systems kept hopes alive for a result.

Source: [Hindustan Times](https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/bengaluru-news/50-of-bengaluru-underwater-heavy-rains-return-flooding-strikes-amid-imd-yellow-alert-101729395714013.html), [Times Now News](https://www.timesnownews.com/bengaluru/heavy-rain-in-bengaluru-imd-issues-yellow-alert-will-weather-play-spoilsport-in-ind-vs-nz-test-article-114387285)

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