India: Officials expect normal 2018 monsoon season

Event

According to Skymet Weather, India's monsoon season is expected to bring normal levels of rainfall in 2018, with a 20 percent chance of above-average precipitation or below-average precipitation. However, southern states such as Karnataka and Kerala are predicted to receive below average rainfall during the season, potentially affecting agriculture and water supplies.

Context

Monsoon season generally lasts from June through September.

Advice

Individuals in India are advised to monitor developments to weather forecasts as monsoon season approaches. Remember that driving or walking through running water can be dangerous - 15 cm (6 in) of running water is enough to knock over an adult - and that floodwater may contain wastewater or chemical products; all items having come into contact with the water should be disinfected and all foodstuffs discarded.