The Weather Department has issued an alert of severe thunderstorm (wind speed 60-80 KMph) with lightning and hail very likely over parts of Hansi and Hisar.
Also, moderate thunderstorm (wind speed 40- 60 KMph) with lightning is very likely over parts of Bhiwani, Tosham, Siwani, Bawani Khera, Hansi, Hisar, Adampur and Fatehabad.
Light thunderstorm (wind speed 30-40 kmph) with lightning very likely over parts of Mahendragarh, Kanina, Badhra, Loharu, Charkhi Dadri, Bhiwani, Tosham, Rewari, Kosli, Matanhale, Berikhas, Rohtak, Siwani, Bawani Khera, Hansi, Hisar, Adampur, Narnaund, Nathusari Chopta, Ellenabad, Fatehabad, Rania, Meham, Julana, Jind, Narwana, Sirsa, Tohana, Ratia and Dabwali. The alert is valid till 6.15 pm today.
There is a risk of tree branches breaking, flying debris, and lightning strikes on vulnerable locations, e.g., large trees, electric towers, water bodies, building tops, and hilltops, said the weather department.
The department’s alert said, “There can be damage to horticultural crops."
There can also be a disruption due to a power shutdown. People have been advised to stay away from electric poles and power lines and watch for flying debris. “If driving and can’t move to a safe location, pull over at a safe place and stay inside a closed vehicle. Don’t take shelter under trees & don’t go near water bodies,” added the weather department.
