Monsoon

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Across
  1. 1. Protective gear worn to keep dry during heavy rains
  2. 3. The smell of the earth after the first rain.
  3. 4. Gauge A tool used to measure rainfall
  4. 7. The Indian state famous for its monsoons
  5. 11. Heavy rain and wind often result in __
  6. 12. The direction from which the monsoon winds usually blow in the Indian subcontinent
  7. 14. A precautionary measure against flooding
  8. 15. The process of water turning into vapour and returning to the Earth as precipitation.
Down
  1. 2. The study of weather patterns, essential during the monsoon season.
  2. 4. An essential piece of clothing during monsoon
  3. 5. Sudden and heavy rain showers
  4. 6. A traditional Indian spicy snack that perfectly complements the monsoon weather.
  5. 8. The process of soil being carried away by water during heavy rainfall
  6. 9. A sudden, violent gust of wind often accompanied by rain during the monsoon.
  7. 10. Wet season with heavy rainfall.
  8. 13. Spell A period of continuous rain or excessively wet weather.