All schools in Nainital were closed on Monday due to heavy rainfall. Drains are overflowing, and the water level of Naini Lake has reached 88.5 feet. The Meteorological Department has predicted light to moderate rainfall to continue.
School Closed: Continuous rainfall in Uttarakhand's Nainital district has exacerbated people's difficulties. Due to heavy showers that started last night, drains in several parts of the city have overflowed. Considering the situation, the administration has declared a holiday in all schools on Monday. This decision was taken with the safety of children in mind.
Due to the incessant rain, the problem of waterlogging is increasing in the lake city. The Meteorological Department has warned that there is a possibility of light to moderate rainfall in the coming days as well.
Naini Lake Water Level Rises Dangerously
The water level of Naini Lake, considered the lifeline of Nainital, is steadily rising. After heavy rainfall last night, the lake's water level has reached 88.5 feet. Experts say that if the rain continues in the same manner, the lake's level could rise further. This could increase waterlogging and risk in the low-lying areas of the city.
Drains Overflowing, State of Alert
Due to heavy rainfall, most drains in Nainital are overflowing. The b water current persisted in many places until late evening, causing difficulties for people. In several areas, drains along the roadside overflowed. This affected traffic and the movement of local residents.
Monsoon Nearing End, But Rain Continues
According to Dr. CS Tomar, Director of the Meteorological Department, Dehradun, the monsoon in Uttarakhand is now in its final phase. The monsoon is expected to withdraw in the next few days. However, light to moderate rainfall will continue during this period.
Intermittent rain has been occurring in Nainital since last night. While some areas received light showers, others experienced heavy downpours. This continued until late at night, disrupting daily life.
Weather Department's Forecast
According to the Meteorological Center, the maximum temperature in Nainital on Monday was recorded at 27 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature was 22 degrees Celsius. Humidity was 90 percent at its maximum and 60 percent at its minimum. The rainfall recorded was 25 mm.
These figures clearly indicate that the weather in the city remains unstable for now, and people need to remain vigilant for the next few days.
Holiday in Schools, Relief for Parents
Due to heavy rainfall and overflowing drains, the district administration ordered schools to remain closed on Monday. This brought relief to parents, as sending children to school in bad weather could have been risky. The administration clarified that children's safety is paramount and similar decisions may be taken until the situation improves.
Local Residents' Concerns Grow
Local residents are concerned about the rain and the rising water level of the lake. The business community states that continuous rain is affecting the markets. Furthermore, tourism has also begun to feel the impact. Nainital is a major tourist destination, and the impact of weather directly affects the hotel business and local shops.
Advice for Tourists
Tourists visiting Nainital need to be cautious at present. The administration has appealed to people to avoid going near drains and the lake. Additionally, the risk of landslides in hilly areas has also increased. In such a situation, tourists are advised to stay in safe locations.
