GLOBIVOX

On September 6, 2025, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a multi-hazard weather warning affecting western parts of India, particularly South Rajasthan and North Gujarat. A low-pressure area centered over South–central Rajasthan is expected to deepen into a depression by the morning of September 7, bringing extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds.

Rainfall Outlook & Regional Concerns

• Gujarat and West Rajasthan face exceptionally heavy rainfall, with localized falls possibly exceeding 30 cm a significant volume in a short period.
• Specific hot zones include Saurashtra and Kutch, which are bracing for intense downpours through September 5–7.
• The approach of a low-pressure system, monsoon trough, and upper-air disturbances is amplifying rainfall across Gujarat, Rajasthan, Konkan, Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra.
• Historically, September tends to be wetter than average IMD forecasts around 109% of the long-term average across India for the month with northwestern India particularly prone to floods and related hazards.

What Could Go Wrong?

This isn’t just heavy rain it's a region-wide test of preparedness:

• Flash floods, waterlogging, and reduced visibility are high risks, particularly in urban areas and low-lying zones. Road churn could disrupt commuting and emergency response.
• Infrastructure strain: damaged roads, compromised drainage systems, and electrical outages could follow heavy spells.
• Agriculture and supply: Torrential rains during harvest season may destroy crops and disrupt supply chains, threatening food security and livelihoods.

What Should You Do?

If you're in the alert zones especially Gujarat, Rajasthan, Konkan, Goa, and West Madhya Pradesh here’s your checklist:

Stay Safe Checklist
Monitor weather updates from IMD and local authorities.
Avoid walking or driving through flooded or fast-flowing areas.
Secure electrical equipment and ensure proper drainage at your home.
Keep emergency contacts and essentials (food, torch, medicine) ready.
Have a travel contingency plan roads may become unpredictable.

Bigger Picture: Why This Forecast Matters

This weather alert isn’t just a short-term storm it reflects how active the September monsoon remains. With nearly 50% of Indian agriculture dependent on timely monsoon rains, the delicate balance between beneficial precipitation and destructive flooding becomes crucial.