Waiting for the Storm
Context : The article analysed recurring extreme weather events in Uttar Pradesh and highlighted India’s vulnerability despite improved forecasting systems.
Key Highlights:
- Thunderstorms, lightning, dust storms and high-speed winds caused deaths and infrastructure damage.
- Early warning systems require effective last-mile communication and local preparedness.
- Poor housing quality and weak infrastructure intensify disaster vulnerability.
- Climate variability is making localised disasters more frequent and unpredictable.
Key Facts:
- IMD is responsible for weather forecasting and warning dissemination.
- Lightning is among the leading causes of weather-related deaths in India.
- Disaster Management Act, 2005 provides institutional framework for disaster preparedness.
- Sendai Framework focuses on resilience and disaster risk reduction.
