IMD issues severe weather warning; heavy rainfall to affect multiple regions across India

Delhi continues to experience light rain and high humidity, resulting in pleasant yet overcast weather devoid of sunshine.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a severe weather advisory, forecasting continued heavy to very heavy rainfall across Northwest and East India in the coming days. Northeast India is also expected to face prolonged rainfall, adding to the severe disruptions caused by heavy rains last Friday in states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Rajasthan, which have significantly impacted local communities.

Regional Rainfall Alerts

Uttarakhand is bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall, with some areas likely to witness extremely heavy downpours from July 7-9. Similarly, West Madhya Pradesh, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim, and Bihar are anticipated to receive substantial rainfall on July 7 (Sunday). The IMD has noted that widespread heavy rainfall across India has offset the June deficit, pushing overall monsoon precipitation into surplus. The rainfall deficit in central India has reduced from 14 percent to 6 percent between June 30 and July 6. However, northeastern states are currently grappling with severe flooding issues.

Central Maharashtra, Konkan, Goa, and Karnataka are likely to experience heavy rainfall over the next 2-3 days, while isolated heavy rainfall is forecasted for Himachal Pradesh, Haryana-Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, East Rajasthan, East Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, and Chhattisgarh until early next week.

Impact on Local Communities

Heavy rains have led to tragic incidents in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, including drownings and landslides. In Uttarakhand, fatalities have been reported due to drowning incidents and landslides that have blocked major roads, including the highway to Badrinath, exacerbating transportation challenges.

Eastern Rajasthan is currently experiencing heavy rainfall, with forecasts indicating a decrease in intensity by Sunday. However, northeastern parts of the state could witness increased rainfall by July 9-10, affecting regions like Bikaner and Jodhpur.

Odisha is expected to witness heavy rainfall over the next four days, particularly in districts like Mayurbhanj, Koraput, and Malkangiri. Similarly, northern West Bengal faces continued heavy rainfall until July 9, posing risks of landslides and waterlogging in sub-Himalayan regions such as Darjeeling and Kalimpong.

Weather Conditions in Delhi

Delhi continues to experience light rain and high humidity, resulting in pleasant yet overcast weather devoid of sunshine. According to the IMD, Delhi can expect rainfall from July 7 to July 12, with a potential maximum temperature of 37 degrees Celsius forecasted for July 11. The capital will remain under cloudy skies throughout this period. The IMD predicts maximum and minimum temperatures around 34 and 26 degrees Celsius, respectively, on Sunday.

Flood Crisis in Assam

The flood situation in Assam has reached critical levels, affecting over 22 lakh people across 29 districts. Major rivers are flowing above the danger mark, exacerbating the crisis. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited flood-hit areas in Dibrugarh, where he witnessed the devastating impact on communities and wildlife, with casualties reported among wild animals in Kaziranga National Park.

As India braces for more rain, authorities and communities are urged to stay alert and take necessary precautions to mitigate the impact of the severe weather conditions.