TNSmart Lightning Nowcast Dataset

The Lightning Nowcast Dataset offers a comprehensive overview of the likelihood of lightning occurrences within the next 30-40 minutes at the district level, tailored for meteorologists, emergency response teams, and the general populace for immediate hazard preparedness. It distinguishes between cloud-to-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning through unique icons, where the icon colors indicate the recency of lightning (ranging from 0-30 minutes) and the colors on the block underneath signify the intensity of cloud-to-ground flashes (No, Low, Moderate, High). Additionally, the dataset provides lightning polygons to depict areas affected by varying intensities of lightning activity, classified into three levels (Low - Level 1, Medium - Level 2, High - Level 3 (DTA)), and lightning cell tracks to measure storm activity levels in flashes per minute, categorized into ranges from 0 to over 50. An advisory section offers insights into significant weather activities, like the example mentioning no notable lightning or thunderstorm activity in Tamil Nadu, making this dataset a vital tool for weather forecasting and emergency preparedness, aiding in the mitigation of lightning-related risks. The lightning dashboard also contains data on recent events and 48 hour forecasts based on datasets by IMD and National Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting