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IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert for Uttar Pradesh and Neighboring States
✍️ informalnewz
🗓 06 Aug 2026, 06:18 AM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for Uttar Pradesh and several adjoining states, warning of potential flooding and road disruptions.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) released a heavy rain alert on Thursday for Uttar Pradesh and surrounding states, including Uttarakhand, Haryana, and Rajasthan. The alert warns of rainfall amounts that could exceed 100 mm in some areas, potentially leading to flash floods and landslides.
Local authorities have advised residents to avoid traveling on low-lying roads and to keep emergency supplies ready. Several districts have already activated flood response teams and set up temporary shelters.
The IMD urges people to stay updated through its official website and mobile app, as well as through local radio and television channels. Weather officials will continue monitoring the system and issue further advisories if conditions worsen.
Local authorities have advised residents to avoid traveling on low-lying roads and to keep emergency supplies ready. Several districts have already activated flood response teams and set up temporary shelters.
The IMD urges people to stay updated through its official website and mobile app, as well as through local radio and television channels. Weather officials will continue monitoring the system and issue further advisories if conditions worsen.