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**Summary:**

A low-pressure system and the monsoon trough are combining to bring heavy rainfall to West Bengal, particularly the southern districts. Warnings are in place for thunderstorms, strong winds (30-40 kmph), and rough seas. Fishermen are advised not to venture out to sea until today. The rainfall is expected to intensify over the weekend, especially in coastal and western districts of South Bengal. North Bengal is also bracing for heavy rains, particularly in Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar, continuing through the weekend.

**News Article:**

**Heavy Rain Alert Issued for West Bengal as Low Pressure System Intensifies**

**Kolkata, [Date – Assuming Today’s Date]:** West Bengal is bracing for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms as a potent combination of a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal and the monsoon trough converge over the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a widespread heavy rain alert, particularly for the southern districts of the state.

South Bengal is expected to experience heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, accompanied by strong gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 kilometers per hour. Districts like Purulia, Paschim Bardhaman, Birbhum and South 24 Parganas are expected to receive heavy rainfall. The IMD has warned of intensified rainfall from Friday, especially in North and South 24 Parganas, Purba and Paschim Bardhaman and Nadia districts. The weekend will see the rains spread further. Saturday will see Heavy rainfall in Purba & Paschim Bardhaman, North & South 24 Parganas, Hooghly, Birbhum, Murshidabad and Nadia districts and Sunday, Purulia, Bankura, Purba & Paschim Bardhaman districts may experience scattered heavy rainfall.

In light of the turbulent sea conditions, fishermen have been strongly advised against venturing into the Bay of Bengal until today. The sea is expected to be rough with squally winds reaching speeds of 55-65 kmph.

North Bengal is also under a heavy rain alert. Jalpaiguri and Alipurduar are expected to receive heavy rainfall, with other districts also experiencing thunderstorms. The heavy rain is expected to continue until Sunday. Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar and Cooch Behar will experience heavy, scattered rainfall on Thursday, with Alipurduar experiencing the heaviest amount.

Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and take necessary precautions. Local authorities are on alert and prepared to respond to any rain-related emergencies.

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