Extremely heavy rainfall expected in several states, Check full list here
heavy rainfall is currently affecting several regions of India as the monsoon enters its active phase. IMD scientist Dr. Naresh Kumar on Sunday announced that western Madhya Pradesh, eastern Rajasthan, Gujarat, the Konkan region, Goa, and Maharashtra are all on high alert, with a red alert issued for these areas. However, the Delhi-NCR region is expected to remain dry for the next two days.
Heavy Rainfall in North and Central India
Several states in North and Central India experienced heavy rainfall today. In the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir, a cloudburst in the Cherwan Kangan area caused significant damage to paddy fields, trapped several vehicles in debris, and led to water entering residential areas. The SSG Road near Padawbal was blocked due to an overflowing canal, resulting in mud accumulation on the road. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported.
Himachal Pradesh: Catastrophic Cloudbursts and Rescue Efforts
In Himachal Pradesh, catastrophic cloudbursts have struck several areas, causing widespread devastation. In Samej village near Rampur in Shimla district, search and rescue operations are underway in flood-affected areas. Two bridges were washed away in Lahaul and Spiti.
Uttarakhand: Kedarnath Cloudburst and Massive Rescue Operations
In Uttarakhand, the Kedarnath Yatra has been severely impacted by heavy rains since July 31. According to Uttarakhand Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman, a total of 9,099 people stranded along the Kedarnath Yatra route have
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