Heavy Rainfall

June 23, 2025 9:00 AM

Heavy rains lash MP, Chhattisgarh with red alerts in some areas, Gujarat also sees heavy downpours

Central India continued to face the brunt of active monsoon systems on Sunday, as heavy rainfall lashed large parts of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, severely disrupting routine life. Gujarat continues to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall over the past several days, leading to significant water inflows into river systems and dams, particularly in Saurashtra and south Gujarat. More than 22 districts across Madhya Pradesh recorded considerable precipitation, resulting in waterlogging, r...

June 11, 2025 8:53 AM

Thunderstorms, heavy showers likely in many states; IMD issues orange alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued an Orange Alert for several regions, warning of moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching speeds of up to 60 kmph over the next two to three hours. The alert covers large parts of Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Assam, with the IMD urging residents to remain cautious and follow official weather advisories. In Madhya Pradesh, districts including D...

May 29, 2025 5:23 PM

Deep depression over Bay of Bengal to bring heavy rainfall; monsoon advances further into eastern India

A deep depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal is set to cross the coasts of West Bengal and Bangladesh between Sagar Island and Khepupara (Bangladesh) by Thursday afternoon, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said. Under its influence, heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected across the Northeastern states, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and Sikkim until May 31. The IMD has also warned of isolated exceptionally heavy rainfall exceeding 30 cm over parts of Meghalaya on May 29 and 30...

May 19, 2025 5:44 PM

IMD issues alerts for heavy rainfall and heatwave across India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory forecasting intense rainfall over several regions of the country and heatwave conditions in parts of northwest India. According to the IMD, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected along the west coast—including Karnataka, Konkan & Goa, and Kerala—as well as adjoining areas of Peninsular India between May 19 and 25. Karnataka is likely to witness extremely heavy downpours on May 20 and 21, while the Konkan region ma...

May 13, 2025 2:48 PM

Heavy rainfall likely in Tamil Nadu from Wednesday: Weather department

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai has forecast a significant increase in rainfall activity across Tamil Nadu starting Wednesday, May 14, with heavy showers expected to lash districts along the Western Ghats and interior regions for at least three consecutive days. Until then, large parts of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are expected to endure intense heat, with daytime temperatures remaining 2–3°C above normal. High humidity levels, especially in Chennai, are likely to add to p...

April 28, 2025 3:03 PM

Guwahati reels under heavy rainfall, power outages and flooding amid pre-monsoon storm

Guwahati woke up to a chaotic Monday morning as heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, strong winds, and overcast skies, swept through the city, leading to widespread power outages and severe waterlogging. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that the downpour is expected to persist throughout the day. The abrupt change in weather disrupted daily life, with several areas reporting flash floods and traffic gridlocks. Localities such as Anil Nagar, Nabin Nagar, and Chandm...

November 26, 2024 8:05 PM

Seven NDRF teams deployed as IMD warns of heavy rain in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

In anticipation of heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next three days, seven teams from the 4th Battalion of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), each comprising 30 rescuers and two canine units, have been mobilized across Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The teams are set to be deployed in key districts, including Karaikal, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai, to assist in rescue and relief operations. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) in Chennai repor...

September 30, 2024 11:07 AM

151 dead in Nepal floods, Bihar on red alert as heavy rains continue

Nepal has closed schools for three days following devastating floods and landslides caused by two days of heavy rainfall, which have resulted in the deaths of 151 people, with 56 still missing, officials reported on Sunday. The torrential rains brought daily life to a halt in many parts of the country, including the Kathmandu Valley, where 37 deaths were recorded. This region, home to 4 million people and the nation's capital, has seen widespread disruption. Authorities explained that damaged s...

August 30, 2024 1:36 PM

IMD issues heavy rainfall alert as Gujarat battles widespread flooding

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for several districts in Gujarat, where massive flooding has resulted in numerous deaths and displaced thousands of people. The IMD has forecasted heavy rain and thunderstorms, with wind gusts reaching up to 60 km/h, in isolated areas of Kachchh, Morbi, Jamnagar, Devbhoomi Dwarka, and Porbandar districts. Moderate rainfall is expected in Surendranagar, Rajkot, Junagadh, Gir Somnath, and Amreli, while light rain is predi...

September 16, 2024 3:35 PM

IMD warns of heavy rainfall in western India

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for heavy rainfall across western India due to a deep depression over Saurashtra and Kutch. In the past 24 hours, Khambhalia in Devbhoomi Dwarka district recorded 43 cm of rainfall, while Jamnagar received 38 cm of rain. The weather system is currently centered about 50 km north-northwest of Bhuj and is moving westward at a speed of 12 km/h. Extremely heavy rainfall is expected to continue in isolated areas of Saurashtra and Kutch ...