CHANDIGARH, Aug 3 — The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued a nowcast alert for thunderstorms, lightning and moderate rainfall in several parts of Punjab over the next few hours.
According to the latest bulletin, areas likely to be affected include Sangrur, Samana, Patiala, Nabha, Rajpura, Dera Bassi, Fatehgarh Sahib, Amloh, Mohali, Bassi Pathana, Chandigarh, Kharar, Khamanon, Chamkaur Sahib and Rupnagar.
Additionally, light rain is expected across a broader region covering Sardulgarh, Budhlada, Lehra, Mansa, Sunam, Barnala, Tapa, Dhuri, Malerkotla, Moonak, Patran, Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda, Rampura Phul, Khanna, Payal, Ludhiana, Samrala, Nihal Singhwala, Raikot, Jagraon, Phillaur, Balachaur, Nawanshahr, Anandpur Sahib, Garhshankar and Nangal.
While no red or orange warning has been issued so far, the IMD has advised the public to stay alert as weather conditions may shift rapidly.
Residents are urged to avoid open areas during thunderstorms, stay indoors, and postpone unnecessary travel until the weather stabilizes.
