Bihar witnesses heavy rains across state due to cyclone Yaas

Bihar is witnessing heavy rains across the state during the last 24 hours.

 

A Maximum of 114 mm rain was recorded at Gaya followed by 92mm in Purnea and 86 mm in Patna.

 

Rail and road traffic were disrupted at several places due to uprooting of trees.

 

Air Traffic was also disrupted due to inclement weather.

 

The railways has cancelled 15 trains.

 

Electric supply was also disrupted in rural areas



of the state.

 

Met Department said, the cyclone Yass has converted into a low pressure area and it will enter eastern Uttar Pradesh today through Kaimur and Rohtash districts of Bihar with a wind speed of 30 to 40 km.

 

Met Department has also ed people of the state to stay away from open spaces and trees.

 

Widespread rainfall and thunderstorm are likely to occur in the state by Saturday.