Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A shift in weather conditions has brought much-needed relief to parts of Punjab, with rainfall recorded in Amritsar, Ludhiana and Jalandhar, even as heat levels remain higher than usual.
The India Meteorological Department has sounded an orange alert for the region, cautioning about thunderstorms, lightning strikes and strong winds over the next 48 hours. Wind speeds are expected to range between 50 and 60 km/h, raising concerns about possible disruptions.
In Chandigarh, cloudy skies and brisk winds were reported, signalling the spread of the changing weather pattern across neighbouring areas. However, temperatures have not seen any major drop yet, with several districts still recording readings above 40°C. Bathinda remained among the hottest locations in the state.
Meteorologists have predicted scattered rainfall across most districts, along with thunderstorms in multiple regions including Pathankot, Hoshiarpur, Mohali and Patiala. The ongoing shift is linked to an active western disturbance influencing weather across north India.
Officials indicated that intermittent rain and storm activity may continue over the next few days, potentially bringing a gradual dip in temperatures. Residents have been advised to stay alert during adverse weather conditions, especially during periods of strong winds and lightning.
