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IMD’s day-one warnings for Friday, September 25, flag intensified weather across East India. Heavy rain is likely in West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha through the day. Kolkata faces thunderstorms with lightning and 30–40 kmph gusts at isolated places. Waterlogging remains possible in vulnerable pockets of the city. Fishermen are advised to avoid the north Bay as coastal bulletins remain in force.
IMD’s Kolkata forecast highlights frequent showers, lightning, and gusty winds this evening. Howrah, South 24 Parganas, and coastal belts remain vulnerable to brief intense spells. Commuters should allow buffer time for airport check-ins and suburban rail services. Low-lying lanes may accumulate water during peak showers. Warnings taper by Saturday in the city, though light rain could persist.
IMD today: heavy rain for Bengal–Jharkhand–Odisha
Across south Bengal, IMD maintained alerts for Kolkata, Howrah, Hooghly, Nadia, and the 24 Parganas. East and West Burdwan, Bankura, and Jhargram also remain on thunderstorm watch. Northwestern Jharkhand is primed for heavier rain pockets this evening. Expect 30–40 kmph winds, gusting to 50 kmph in storms. Marine bulletins continue advising fishermen along Odisha and West Bengal coasts to stay ashore.
Baitarani flood watch: river levels and commute risks
Central Water Commission alerts classify the Baitarani at Akhuapada as in severe flood this morning. Anandpur remains above normal, with further rises possible as upstream catchments drain. CWC thresholds matter for planning: Akhuapada’s warning and danger are both 17.83 metres. Anandpur’s warning is 37.44 metres and danger 38.36 metres. Avoid low embankments and check diversions on Kendujhar–Bhadrak–Jajpur corridors during peak surges.
Delhi‑NCR check and travel tips
Delhi‑NCR has no heatwave alert today, per the IMD heatwave dashboard. Flyers to Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, and Ranchi should keep two‑hour buffers and track airline advisories. Long‑distance trains through south Bengal and coastal Odisha may experience speed restrictions. Fishermen across the north Bay should defer trips until advisories relax. Some alerts may extend into Saturday in pockets, even as city warnings ease.