Heavy rain, storm leave parts of city waterlogged

Patna: The capital and adjoining districts, as forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), witnessed spells of heavy rain and hailstorm, leading to waterlogging in parts of the city on Wednesday.

Areas around Gandhi Maidan remained waterlogged after the storm, with visuals showing officials and workers draining out accumulated rainwater. Gusty winds of up to 60 kmph also reportedly caused minor damage to temporary structures at several locations.

To tackle waterlogging, the Patna Municipal Corporation deployed four super sucker machines inside Gandhi Maidan and one outside to ensure quick drainage.

According to the IMD, the state will continue to witness thunderstorms, lightning and rainfall, particularly in the north-west, north-central, north-east and south-east regions of the state till May 11. The weather activity is being driven by an active western disturbance and a cyclonic circulation affecting eastern India.

Districts such as West Champaran, East Champaran and Sitamarhi are likely to receive heavy rainfall, while Patna remains prone to sudden squalls and localised showers. The prevailing conditions are expected to persist over the next 48 to 72 hours before gradually easing.

Temperature levels are also set to rise in the coming days, with maximum temperatures likely to range between 30°C and 38°C, and minimum temperatures between 20°C and 26°C over the next week.