Lucknow, Aug. 13 -- Uttar Pradesh is likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next two to three days, according to the meteorological department. The forecast follows the formation of a low-pressure area over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal on August 13. So far, since June 1, the state has recorded 492.1 mm of rainfall against the normal 449.1 mm-showing a 10% surplus. While West UP has received 537.5 mm against a normal of 408.9 mm (a 31% excess), East UP has seen a slight deficit with 460.5 mm compared to the normal 477.8 mm (down by 4%). According to the department, the monsoon is shifting southwards, and along with favorable atmospheric and geographical conditions, this is expected to increase the spatial distribution and intensity of rainfall across over the next three days. As a result, heavy rain is expected in both meteorological divisions of Uttar Pradesh, with the most intense activity forecast for Wednesday and Thursday (August 13 and 14). HTC...