Page 10 - Heavy Rains

Heavy rain triggers flood fears in Wayanad, a year after deadly landslides

Heavy rains over the past 24 hours have raised fears of fresh flooding and landslides in Wayanad's Mundakkai-Chooralmala region, just a year after deadly landslides claimed over 200 lives there. District officials reported on Wednesday that the Chooralmala river is in strong spate, with muddy water flowing forcefully and breaching the banks near the Bailey bridge. Soil stored along both riverbanks for renovation work has been washed away, causing water to spill onto the Attamala road and surrounding areas. Local residents say they believe new landslides have occurred in the hills, particularly uphill near Punchirimattam inside forested areas. However, officials say there has been no confirmation so far. "We have no confirmation of new landslides inside the forest, uphill Punchirimattam," the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) said. "The loose debris from previous events is coming down with the rain. This will likely continue for some time until all eroded materials are

Delhi sees pleasant weather as IMD warns of rain, storms across India

IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi and heavy rain warnings for several states, with thunderstorms, gusty winds, and lightning expected across much of the country over the next seven days

Delhi may receive moderate rainfall today, yellow alert issued in Mumbai

IMD issues yellow alert for Mumbai and Delhi-NCR on June 19; heavy rain, thunderstorms and overcast skies likely to persist through the week

Incessant rainfall in Kerala uproot trees, inundate low-lying areas

Incessant and heavy rains continued to wreak havoc in various parts of Kerala on Sunday, widely uprooting trees, triggering mudslides in high ranges, and inundating low-lying areas. Though no major casualties were reported anywhere, sporadic damage to houses and vehicles occurred in various districts. A house was damaged in Kottakkal in Malappuram, a hilly terrain, due to a mudslide last evening following incessant rains, but the family escaped unhurt. Huge trees were uprooted and traffic was impacted for some time in Sultan Bathery in northern Wayanad and at Chungam in southern Kottayam district. Fireforce personnel sprang into action and cleared the road after cutting and removing the logs. Vehicles were damaged after an uprooted tree fell upon them in Nileswaram in Kasaragod, local people said. With heavy rains continuing in Thiruvananthapuram, authorities cautioned people about their plan to increase water release into the river from Neyyar Dam here. The four shutters of the

Heavy rains lash Mumbai, more showers likely, IMD issues 'yellow alert'

Parts of Mumbai received heavy rainfall overnight and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday predicted more showers at isolated places in the city and suburbs, civic officials said. The weather department sounded a 'yellow' alert for Mumbai, forecasting heavy showers at isolated places, and an 'orange' alert for neighbouring Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts, which are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall. Parts of Mumbai witnessed heavy showers overnight along with thunder and lightning. The rains eased by morning, with only light showers, and no major waterlogging was reported. In the 24-hour period ending at 8 am on Sunday, the island city received 31 mm rainfall, while the eastern and western suburbs recorded 21 mm and 20 mm rainfall, respectively, as per the civic officials. A high tide of 4.27 metres is expected at 2.52 pm on Sunday and a low tide of 1.91 metres at 8.55 pm. On Monday, there is forecast of a high tide of 3.55 metres at 2.37 am and a

Delhi on red alert as mercury soars, rain may bring relief after June 14

In Delhi, mercury levels have surged past 43 degrees Celsius, intensifying discomfort across the city and prompting health advisories amid rising cases of heat-related illnesses

Himalayan region to experience hotter summer, more rain, says ICIMOD

Temperatures are expected to be two degrees Celsius higher than average across the whole Hindu Kush Himalayan region this summer, according to a new analysis by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD). The ICIMOD also predicted that India, Nepal, Pakistan as well as China's Tibetan Autonomous Region will receive above-average rainfall. With floods the leading cause of deaths and economic damage in the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region, and close to three-quarters (72.5 per cent) of all floods from 1980 to 2024 occurring during the summer monsoon season, experts warn disaster agencies and communities to be prepared for a possible rise in climate risks. The forecasts we've studied are unanimous in predicting a hotter monsoon across the entire HKH, with a trend towards higher-than-normal rainfall in major parts of the region, Arun Bhakta Shrestha, senior advisor at ICIMOD, said. Rising temperatures and more extreme rain raise the risk of water-induced ...

Govt sanctions ₹2.7 cr for relief to rain-hit people in Palghar district

The Maharashtra government as approved Rs 2.7 crore for immediate assistance to people who suffered damages due to unseasonal rains in Palghar district in the last two months, officials said on Sunday. The unseasonal weather events during April 4-6, May 6-7 and 23-25 resulted in widespread damage across the region. "A total of 38 houses were completely destroyed, while 3,852 homes suffered partial damage. Additionally, 10 huts and six cowsheds were damaged due to high winds and heavy rainfall," the district administration said in a release. In view of the extensive damage caused to houses, agriculture, fruit cultivation, fish products and livestock in Palghar during the unseasonal rains, district Guardian Minister Ganesh Naik raised the issue during a recent cabinet meeting and secured a sanction of Rs 2.70 crore for immediate relief efforts, it said. The approved amount was being disbursed to the affected families on a priority basis, the release said. "Many families were left ..

Light rain, thunderstorms expected in Delhi today, AQI drops to 146

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for today, warning of possible thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds

IAF evacuates 33 people, including 2 US nationals from Sikkim landslides

The Indian Air Force (IAF) on Wednesday said it has deployed its assets as part of its humanitarian-assistance efforts in the wake of devastating landslides in Sikkim, and evacuated 33 people, including two US nationals, from the remote Chaten region. In a post on X, the IAF also shared photos of the rescue operation. "In response to the devastating landslides in Sikkim, #IndianAirForce Mi-17 helicopters rapidly launched #HADR Ops -- airdropping relief supplies, inserting NDRF teams, and evacuating 33 stranded individuals, including two US nationals, from the remote Chaten region. #IAF remains committed to saving lives. #SavingLives #HarKaamDeshKeNaam #HADROps," it said. Earlier in the day, officials said the Indian Army is working relentlessly under extreme weather and hazardous terrain conditions to assist local residents and stranded tourists. Army personnel have established a walkway to north Sikkim's Lachen village, which was completely cut off due to multiple landslides ...

Northeast flood situation critical, toll rises to 36, over 550K affected

The flood situation in the Northeast remained critical as the toll due to deluge and landslides triggered by heavy rain over the past few days rose to 36, while over 5.5 lakh remained affected across several states in the region. In the current wave of floods and landslides across the northeastern region, Assam reported the highest number of fatalities at 11, followed by 10 in Arunachal Pradesh, six in Meghalaya, five in Mizoram, three in Sikkim and one in Tripura. In Assam, more than 5.35 lakh people were affected by the deluge in 22 districts as the death toll increased by one to reach 11, while 15 rivers were flowing in a spate, an official bulletin said. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma visited Lakhimpur district, among the worst-hit areas, and assured the affected people of all possible assistance. Road, rail and ferry services remained affected in the state due to heavy rain in several areas. In Sikkim, three army personnel died and six soldiers went missing after a landsl

All schools remain shut in Mizoram for third day due to heavy rainfall

All schools across Mizoram remained shut on Monday due to heavy rain that triggered landslides, mudslides, rockfalls and waterlogging in different parts of the state, an official said. School Education Department Director Angela Zothanpuii said that all the 11 district administrations announced the closure of schools on Monday as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of the students. The notifications issued by the district administrations said that the school closure directive comes following alarming weather forecasts issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), which predicted further heavy rainfall and possible natural hazards, including landslides, mudflows, and rockfalls across several parts of the state. Earlier, schools were closed across the state for two days on May 29 and May 30. Although there was no rain, the state capital Aizawl experienced cloudy weather on Monday morning. At least five people, including three Myanmarese refugees, have been killed so

Rains bring relief to Delhi, IMD issues yellow alert for more showers

At least 14 flights were diverted and more than 350 flights were delayed at the Delhi airport due to heavy rainfall and severe weather conditions

IMD predicts light rainfall for Mumbai today, yellow alert issued in Delhi

Mumbai will see light rains and strong winds, while Delhi expects moderate rain, thunderstorms as IMD issues alerts for June 1

Heavy rain lashes Manipur, waterlogging reported in several areas of Imphal

With heavy rain lashing Manipur for the past two days, waterlogging has been reported from different parts of the state capital Imphal on Friday affecting normal life, an official said. Waterlogging was reported from Kakwa, Thangmeiband and Sagolband areas in Imphal West district affecting traffic movement, he said. The water level of several rivers including Imphal river and Serou river which flows across Imphal valley also witnessed a significant rise. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had earlier forecast heavy rainfall in parts of Manipur, including southern districts of Chandel, Churachandpur, Pherzawl, and portions of Kakching and Thoubal districts. According to the IMD's Meteorological Centre in Imphal, the border town of Moreh recorded the highest rainfall of 102 mm in the state on Thursday followed by Kamjong (96 mm), Chandel (76 mm), and Ukhrul (60.8 mm). Deputy Commissioner of Senapati district issued a public notice stating that the National Weather Forecasting

Heavy rains to continue in Kerala due to low pressure in Bay of Bengal: IMD

As monsoon rains continued in Kerala, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday said that due to a severe low pressure over the Bay of Bengal, the state is likely to receive heavy rainfall in some areas during the next few days. The IMD also sounded an orange alert in four districts -- Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam and Idukki -- of the state. An orange alert means very heavy rain of 11 cm to 20 cm in 24 hours. It also said that there was a likelihood of thunderstorms with moderate rainfall and gusty winds of speeds reaching 40-60 kilometers per hour in some parts of the state. Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) said that due to the heavy rains, water levels in various rivers -- Manimala and Achankovil in Pathanamthitta, Meenachil in Kottayam, Korapuzha in Kozhikode, and Kabani in Wayanad districts -- of the state were steadily rising. It advised those living on the banks of these rivers to be vigilant. The rains and strong winds as part of the monsoon

Deep depression over Bay of Bengal to trigger heavy rain in Odisha: IMD

The well-marked low-pressure area over the northwest Bay of Bengal, which intensified into a deep depression on Thursday, is likely to trigger heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of Odisha, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. In its bulletin, the IMD stated that the depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal off West Bengal-Bangladesh coasts moved nearly northwards with a speed of 20 kmph during the past 3 hours and intensified into a deep depression about 60 km southeast of Sagar Island, 110 km east-southeast of Digha and 260 km east of Balasore. It is likely to continue to move northwards and cross West BengalBangladesh coasts between Sagar Island and Khepupara (Bangladesh) by afternoon, the weather office said. In response to the developing weather system, the IMD issued Orange Warning (be prepared to take action) in the districts of Ganjam, Gajapati, Koraput, Rayagada, Balasore, Bhadrak, Kendrapara, Nawarangpur, Kalahandi, Mayurbhanj and Jagatsinghpur. The weathe

Mumbai on red alert as IMD predicts heavy rainfall; IndiGo issues advisory

Mumbai logged record May rainfall of 295 mm as the early southwest monsoon shatters seven-decade records; airlines warn of travel delays due to flooding

Watch: Mumbai underground metro station floods after early rains hit

Early monsoon rains cause flooding in Mumbai's newly inaugurated Worli underground metro station on Aqua Line 3; metro services curtailed

Heavy rainfall batters Delhi airport's T1 canopy; 49 flights diverted

Thunderstorm and 80 mm rain damage canopy at T1; no structural impact reported, but 49 flights diverted and over 650 delayed at India's busiest airport