• UGI USER
  • May 31, 2024
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IMD FORECASTS KERALA TO HAVE WIDESPREAD RAIN, GUSTY WINDS FOR A WEEK

Why in the news?

  • Southwest monsoon arrives in Kerala, initiating four months of rainfall.
  • Eight injured by lightning; one critical.
  • IMD issues a yellow alert for heavy rain.
source:slideshare

About Atmospheric Circulation And Weather System:

  • Atmospheric pressure is the weight of the air column per unit area.
  • Uneven temperature distribution causes pressure variations.
  • Air moves from high to low pressure, driving wind.
  • Wind distributes heat and moisture globally.
  • Moist air rises, cools, forms clouds, leads to precipitation.
  • Gravity makes surface air denser, increasing pressure.
  • Air pressure measured with mercury barometer.
Understanding  the India Meteorological Department:

Establishment and Structure:

  • IMD was founded in 1875, responsible for meteorological observations and forecasting in India.
  • Reports to the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India.
  • Recognized as a Regional Specialized Meteorological Centre.

Responsibilities and Functions:

  • Names cyclones in northern Indian Ocean as per its role as RSMC.
  • Headquarters based in New Delhi.
  • Provides weather information for agriculture, aviation, and maritime activities.
  • Issues warnings for severe weather events to protect life and property.

Objectives and Contributions:

  • Aims: to optimize weather-sensitive activities like agriculture and shipping.
  • Provides meteorological statistics for various sectors, including agriculture and water resource management.
  • Engages in research in meteorology and related disciplines to enhance forecasting capabilities.

Associated Article:

https://universalinstitutions.com/red-alert-issued-for-delhi-and-other-regions/