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Jan242025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Kerala Unveils KaWaCHaM Advanced Weather Alert System to Combat Climate Disasters

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has launched KaWaCHaM, a state-of-the-art weather alert system aimed at strengthening disaster preparedness and response in the face of increasing climate emergencies. The system, introduced on January 21, 2025, is considered one of the fastest weather alert mechanisms globally, designed to enhance rescue and rehabilitation efforts during extreme weather events. The system, officially named Kerala Warnings Crisis and Hazards Management System, carries symbolic significance, as the word "KaWaCHaM" translates to "shield" in Malayalam, signifying protection. Developed by the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA), the project is part of the National Cyclone Risk Mitigation Project, funded by the National Disaster Management Authority and t...

Jan112025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

La Niña Makes a Comeback Cooler Pacific Waters Signal Global Weather Shifts

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The phenomenon of La Niña has officially returned to the Pacific Ocean, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), which announced its emergence on Thursday, January 9. Cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures have been recorded in the central and eastern Pacific, signaling the onset of La Niña conditions after more than a year of unusually warm ocean temperatures. NOAA confirmed that the shift began in December 2024, marking the first La Niña phase since the 2020–2023 cycle. Though the current event is classified as weak, its timing and potential impacts on global weather patterns are drawing significant attention. La Niña, part of the larger El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) phenomenon, is known for altering atmospheric conditions worldwide. The ...

Dec172024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Low-Pressure Area in Bay of Bengal to Bring Heavy Rainfall to Tamil Nadu

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A new low-pressure area has formed over the Bay of Bengal, and it is expected to intensify and move toward the Tamil Nadu coast over the next two days, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC). This weather system is likely to bring heavy to very heavy rainfall to several coastal districts, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu, until December 19. The low-pressure area, which developed on December 16 in the central part of the south Bay of Bengal, is being influenced by an upper air cyclonic circulation over the southeast Bay. This circulation extends up to 3.1 kilometers above sea level and is predicted to strengthen further. As the system moves west-northwestward, it will impact coastal Tamil Nadu with significant rainfall. Rainfall Warnings ...

Dec162024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

North India Freezes Coldwave Grips Delhi, Punjab, Haryana with Dense Fog Predicted

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New Delhi: A severe cold wave swept across North India on Sunday, with temperatures plunging to as low as 1°C in some regions. Punjab’s Faridkot recorded the lowest at 1°C, while Haryana’s Hisar followed at 1.7°C. In the national capital, Delhi residents woke up to a frigid morning as Safdarjung reported 4.9°C, marking a sharp 3-degree drop in 24 hours. Palam recorded a slightly higher 6.2°C. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), cold wave conditions will persist in Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Jammu & Kashmir from December 15 to 19. Rajasthan will experience similar weather from December 17 to 20. Dense fog is likely to blanket Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and parts of Northeast India on December 16 and 17, reducing visibility. Ground frost is also exp...

Dec142024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heavy Rains Predicted as New Weather System Brews Over Andaman Sea

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CHENNAI: With the northeast monsoon in full swing, Tamil Nadu is bracing for another bout of heavy rains. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, has predicted that a fresh low-pressure area will form over the Andaman Sea by Sunday, likely bringing intense rainfall back to the coastal and delta regions from December 16. On Thursday, vehicles waded through waterlogged roads near Thirumangalam Metro Station, as heavy rains continued to lash parts of Chennai and surrounding areas. However, meteorologists predict that the current weather system, a well-marked low-pressure area, will weaken by Saturday as it moves toward south Tamil Nadu and the Western Ghats. The RMC has issued an orange alert for Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, and Karaikal for Tuesday. Additionally, six districts...

Dec142024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

La Niña Fails to Arrive Weather Models Miss the Mark

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BENGALURU: As 2024 edges closer to its end it is on track to become the warmest year ever recorded, surpassing 2016. Among the key factors driving this record-breaking warmth is the unexpected absence of La Niña, a climatic phenomenon that global weather models had predicted to emerge earlier this year. Despite repeated forecasts, La Niña has failed to materialize, leaving experts scrambling to understand what went wrong. La Niña, a cooling phase of the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO), typically brings colder sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, stronger trade winds, and increased rainfall in regions like India. This phase is part of a larger cycle that includes El Niño, a warming phase, and the neutral phase, characterized by average sea surface temper...

Dec72024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

IMD Predicts Heavy Rainfall in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, Western Disturbance to Affect North India

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall in parts of southern India, particularly Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, over the coming days due to a developing low-pressure area in the Bay of Bengal. The system is expected to form on December 7 and move west-northwestwards, reaching the southwest Bay of Bengal near Sri Lanka by December 12. This weather system is likely to bring significant rainfall to Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal on December 11 and 12, and to Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and Rayalaseema on December 12. Several districts, including Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, Pudukkottai, and Ramanathapuram, are expected to receive heavy rainfall on December 11, with more areas like Chengalpattu, Viluppuram, and Cuddalore facing s...

Nov302024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Mumbai Records Coldest Day in 8 Years at 16.5°C, Warmer Days Expected Ahead

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Mumbai experienced its coldest day in eight years on Friday, with the minimum temperature dipping to 16.5°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). This was recorded by the Santacruz observatory, which monitors weather for the city’s suburbs. The Colaba observatory, representing the island city, registered a slightly warmer minimum temperature of 21.4°C. The last time Mumbai saw a colder November day was on November 11, 2016, when the temperature dropped to 16.3°C, IMD scientist Sushma Nair noted. No Cold Wave Alert Despite the drop in mercury, the IMD clarified that there is no cold wave alert for Mumbai or Maharashtra between November 30 and December 3. Temperatures are expected to rise after this period due to changes in weather systems over the Bay of Bengal. ...

Sep122024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

IMD Issues Severe Weather Alert: Harsh Winter Expected Due to La Niña

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe weather alert, forecasting an unusually harsh winter across India, largely due to the onset of the La Niña phenomenon. This climate pattern, characterized by cooler-than-average sea surface temperatures in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, is expected to cause a significant drop in temperatures and increased rainfall throughout the country. In an announcement made on September 2, 2024, the IMD confirmed that the country is likely to experience one of its coldest winters in recent years due to La Niña. This phenomenon, which typically begins between April and June, is driven by strong easterly winds that push warm ocean waters westward, resulting in a cooling effect on the ocean's surface. Impact on Northern India Northern s...