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Heavy Rain Floods Kolhapur District, Disrupting Roads and Homes
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Oct 2026, 09:17 AM
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Heavy rainfall has struck Kolhapur district, causing flooding in several areas and disrupting transportation.
Heavy rain has drenched Kolhapur district, with several villages reporting waterlogged streets and submerged fields.
The sudden downpour has led to the closure of major roads, including the NH-4 corridor, as authorities fear further flooding.
Local police and the district administration have set up emergency shelters and are coordinating with the State Disaster Management Authority to monitor water levels.
Residents are advised to stay indoors, avoid low-lying areas, and keep emergency contact numbers handy.
The sudden downpour has led to the closure of major roads, including the NH-4 corridor, as authorities fear further flooding.
Local police and the district administration have set up emergency shelters and are coordinating with the State Disaster Management Authority to monitor water levels.
Residents are advised to stay indoors, avoid low-lying areas, and keep emergency contact numbers handy.