Monsoon Fury Grips Ahmedabad: Airport Operations Halted, Orange Alert Issued
Heavy monsoon rains have brought Ahmedabad to a grinding halt, with the city’s airport becoming waterlogged and flight operations severely impacted. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for several districts, including Navsari and Valsad, as the relentless downpour continues to disrupt daily life and travel. Viral videos show submerged terminals and…
Monsoon Fury Continues: Rajasthan Braces for More Heavy Rain
Rajasthan is once again on high alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts an escalation of monsoon activity, promising moderate to heavy rainfall across several divisions. With an active low-pressure system prevailing, regions like Udaipur and Jodhpur are expected to bear the brunt of the downpour for the next four to five days, while…
Punjab on High Alert as Monsoon Rains Threaten Widespread Flooding
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) in Punjab has issued a grave warning, urging citizens to brace for escalating flood threats as the monsoon season intensifies. Heavy rainfall and melting glaciers are causing water levels in major rivers like the Indus and Sutlej to rise, prompting high alerts across vulnerable districts. Authorities are advising immediate…
IMD Issues Orange and Yellow Alerts as Heavy Rain Forecast for Uttarakhand
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued critical orange and yellow alerts for several districts across Uttarakhand, anticipating heavy to very heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. These warnings, valid between August 10 and August 14, come as the state continues to grapple with the aftermath of recent flash floods. [16] Districts such as Bageshwar, Dehradun, Tehri,…
Monsoon Performance Mixed for Tamil Nadu Amidst Rainfall Deficit
Tamil Nadu is navigating a challenging monsoon season, with mid-August data revealing a 12% rainfall deficit across the state. While certain southern districts have received adequate showers, northern and coastal regions, including Chennai, are grappling with significant shortfalls. This uneven distribution has led to below-normal levels in several key reservoirs, prompting concerns for agriculture and…
Uttarakhand Governor Mandates Round-the-Clock Monsoon Alert Post-Dharali
In a decisive move to bolster the state’s resilience against natural calamities, Uttarakhand Governor Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh (Retd.) convened a high-level meeting today. The focus was a comprehensive review of the recent Dharali disaster response, with a stern directive for all agencies to maintain a 24×7 alert throughout the active monsoon season. The Governor…
Monsoon Intensifies: Kerala Districts Brace for Heavy Rains, Yellow Alert Issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued yellow alerts for multiple districts across Kerala, as the southwest monsoon intensifies, bringing warnings of heavy to very heavy rainfall and strong surface winds. Districts like Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Ernakulam are among those under heightened vigilance. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant, avoid flood-prone zones, and…
IMD Issues Extremely Heavy Rainfall Alert for Madhya Maharashtra
The India Meteorological Department has significantly escalated its monsoon forecast for Maharashtra, issuing an ‘extremely heavy rainfall’ warning for parts of Madhya Maharashtra from August 17-18. A low-pressure system developing over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify monsoon activity, bringing widespread heavy to very heavy showers across the region. Authorities are urging residents…
Kedarnath Yatra Halted Amid Red Alert for Heavy Rainfall Across Uttarakhand
The sacred Kedarnath Yatra has been halted for three days, effective August 12-14, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand. Authorities have been placed on high alert, emphasizing pilgrim and local safety. The weather department’s warnings specifically target districts like Rudraprayag, where the revered shrine is located,…
Bihar Devastated: Monsoon Floods Submerge Districts, Displacing Millions
Bihar is once again grappling with a severe flood crisis as incessant monsoon rains and surging river levels, particularly the Ganga and Kosi, wreak havoc across the state. Over 2.5 million people in ten districts have been gravely affected, with numerous low-lying areas completely submerged. Authorities are intensifying relief and rescue operations, deploying NDRF and…
