First published Oct 30, 2026, 1:43:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 30, 2026, 1:43:15 PM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

Light Thunderstorm lightning accompanied with light to moderate rain. very likely to affect over some parts of Murshidabad district.

Reported by India SACHET Disaster Alerts

A moderate alert says light thunderstorm activity, lightning and light to moderate rain are very likely in some parts of Murshidabad district, West Bengal. The alert lists urgency as expected.

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Affected location: Murshidabad district

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The alert identifies possible thunderstorm and lightning activity in parts of Murshidabad district.

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