Widespread Rain, Thunderstorms Lash Himachal Pradesh; Hailstorm, Gusty Winds Hit Several Districts
Shimla, May 5:
Himachal Pradesh continues to reel under wet and windy weather as heavy rain, hailstorms, and thunderstorms hit several parts of the state in the last 24 hours.
A series of hailstorms have already devastated large swathes from Kotgarh to Nerwa, Theog to Rampur, and parts of Solan district, ruining standing apple, tomato, and pea crops — but no official assessment or compensation has come through yet, leaving farmers high and dry.
According to the latest bulletin from the Meteorological Centre, Shimla, places like Kahu (74.1 mm), Kandaghat (56.2 mm), and Malraon (45 mm) recorded significant rainfall. Even the capital, Shimla, saw 19.2 mm of rain.
The stormy weather wasn’t limited to rainfall. Hailstorms were reported from Shimla and Kasauli, while thunder rumbled across Kangra, Sundernagar, Jubberhatti, and other parts. Winds also picked up pace, with Kufri recording gusts up to 52 kmph and Reckong Peo touching 50 kmph.
Temperature-wise, minimums remained normal to slightly below normal, especially in the mid and high hill regions. Keylong was the coldest spot at 4.1°C, while Una sizzled at 35.2°C.
A western disturbance and multiple cyclonic circulations are fueling this active weather phase.
The IMD has predicted more rain and storms across Himachal till May 9, with light activity likely to linger till May 11.
District-wise Alerts:
The IMD has sounded warnings of thunderstorms, gusty winds (up to 60 kmph), and isolated hailstorms for districts like Kangra, Chamba, Kullu, and Mandi over the next 2–3 days.
Plains like Una, Bilaspur, and Hamirpur may also see light storms with winds up to 40 kmph.
Authorities and residents are advised to stay alert and avoid exposed areas during storms.
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