Kolkata, Sep 2
A powerful squall front swept across south Bengal districts, including Kolkata, bringing torrential rain, lightning, and gusty winds.
Incessant rain accompanied by thunderstorms was reported from several areas in South Bengal since Monday night.
The system is likely to remain effective for another 12 hours, said the Meteorological (MeT) Department. As a result, heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms is likely in the next 12 hours in the south Bengal districts, especially in Kolkata, Howrah and Hooghly.
Fishermen have been asked not to venture into the sea from Tuesday to Thursday.