Himachal Pradesh on Red Alert Until July 21 Amid Flood Threats

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Himachal Pradesh on Monday, extending it until July 21. The alert follows sustained heavy rainfall in the hills and warns of flash floods and landslides in vulnerable districts. State authorities have urged residents to stay alert, secure properties, and follow instructions from local police and disaster management officials. The IMD advises people in low‑lying areas to avoid traveling on roads that may be affected by waterlogging.