The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy to very heavy rainfall alert for many parts of the country. Its impact will be seen in states like Delhi, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, and Maharashtra.
Weather Update: A heavy rainfall and lightning alert has been issued for many parts of India. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), heavy rainfall is expected in several states including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand on July 29. Due to this, there is a possibility of flood-like situations and disruption of public life.
Due to the increasing rainfall, the water level of rivers has reached dangerous levels, increasing the possibility of flooding in the affected areas. The IMD has advised people to stay in safe places, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow the guidelines of the local administration.
Light to moderate rain expected in Delhi, heavy rain and lightning alert in Uttar Pradesh
Light to moderate rain is expected in the capital Delhi on July 29. However, people may get relief from the heat and humidity due to the drop in temperature, but traffic jams and waterlogging problems may arise due to the rain. The weather is likely to remain the same for the next three days. A warning of heavy rain with lightning and thunderstorms has been issued in the western and central parts of Uttar Pradesh.
There is a possibility of heavy rainfall in many districts including Saharanpur, Shamli, Muzaffarnagar, Bijnor, Meerut, Aligarh, Agra, Bareilly and Kanshiram Nagar. The administration has appealed to the people living in low-lying areas to remain alert.
Water level of rivers at danger mark in Bihar, heavy rain alert in more than 12 districts of Madhya Pradesh
In Bihar, the water level of major rivers like Ganga, Kosi and Ghaghra is increasing due to rain. Heavy rain, lightning and flood warnings have been issued in districts like Patna, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Darbhanga, Begusarai, Khagaria, Bhojpur and Siwan. The administration has declared holidays in schools and relief camps are being prepared.
A warning of heavy rain has been issued in Madhya Pradesh on July 29. Heavy rain is possible in districts like Morena, Bhind, Shivpuri, Ashoknagar, Sagar, Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore, Hoshangabad, Chhatarpur, Gwalior and Datia. There is a possibility of waterlogging and crop damage in many places.
Heavy rain with b winds in Rajasthan, risk of landslides in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand
A warning of heavy rain with b winds has been issued in districts like Bharatpur, Karauli, Dhaulpur and Jhalawar in Rajasthan. Apart from this, the Meteorological Department has also forecast heavy rainfall in districts like Jaipur, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Ajmer, Sikar, Pali and Nagaur. There is a possibility of heavy rain and landslides in Shimla, Kangra, Mandi, Kullu and Lahaul-Spiti in Himachal Pradesh.
It is advised to be careful while traveling on mountain roads and highways. At the same time, a red alert has been issued in Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Pithoragarh, Bageshwar and Nainital in Uttarakhand due to the possibility of heavy rain and cloudburst incidents. The revenue and disaster management departments of all affected states are on alert.
