UP Braces for Heavy Rain, Hailstorms, and 60 Kmph Winds; Cold Wave Intensifies

• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts heavy rain and winds up to 60 kmph across Uttar Pradesh for the next 24-72 hours.
• Districts like Noida, Ghaziabad, Pilibhit, Mathura, and Baghpat have already experienced rain and hailstorms, causing a significant drop in temperature.
• A Western Disturbance is active over Pakistan, bringing light to moderate rain and hailstorms to Western UP, Agra division, and areas bordering Uttarakhand.
• The system will move towards Central and Eastern UP, with moderate rain expected in Bundelkhand, Awadh, and Lucknow.
• Minimum temperatures are expected to drop by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius between January 29 and 31, with a new Western Disturbance active from January 30.

Why It Matters: Uttar Pradesh is set for widespread rain, hailstorms, and strong winds, leading to a significant drop in temperatures.