Storm causes hail, heavy rains and leads to evacuations and service disruptions

The storms hitting specific regions, wreaking havoc as recently described, are not isolated phenomena but part of a broader weather pattern that has become increasingly frequent and severe due to climate change. These extreme events, characterized by heavy rains, hail, and intense winds, can lead to sudden floods, landslides, and significant damage to both urban and rural infrastructure. Hail, a phenomenon that is usually more common in certain seasons, can cause extensive damage to agriculture, affecting crops and production, as well as urban areas, damaging vehicles, homes, and other infrastructure. Heavy rains, on the other hand, can exceed the soil's absorption capacity and drainage systems, leading...