Thu Jul 24 01:00:00 UTC 2025: Here’s a news article summarizing the West Bengal weather update:

**West Bengal Braces for Heavy Rainfall as Cyclone Remnants Trigger Low Pressure**

**Kolkata, [Date of Article Publication – Assumed based on content being prior to July 24th, 2024]** – West Bengal is on high alert for heavy rainfall starting today, July 24th, and continuing through the weekend. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for both South and North Bengal due to a low-pressure system forming over the Bay of Bengal, a result of remnants from Typhoon Wipha, which impacted China and Vietnam.

South Bengal is expected to experience the brunt of the rainfall, with districts like Bankura, Purulia, East and West Medinipur, Jhargram, and South 24 Parganas likely to receive very heavy rainfall today. Kolkata and other districts are predicted to have scattered heavy showers. Similar conditions are expected to persist on Friday, with Purulia, East and West Medinipur, and Jhargram remaining under an “orange” alert for extremely heavy rainfall. Heavy rainfall is also anticipated in East and West Burdwan, South 24 Parganas, Hooghly, and Bankura. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected across all districts. The weekend will also see significant rainfall across the southern districts.

North Bengal will experience scattered heavy rainfall from Friday to Sunday, with Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, and Alipurduar districts facing the highest risk.

The IMD has warned of rough sea conditions due to the low-pressure system and has advised fishermen to refrain from venturing into the sea until further notice. There is also a risk of rising river levels and potential flooding in low-lying areas.

The unusual weather pattern, where a low-pressure system is originating from a typhoon, is expected to bring significant disruption across the state. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather forecasts and take necessary precautions.

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