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IMD Issues Severe Weather Alert for 17 States Amid Heavy Monsoon Rains
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🗓 12 Aug 2026, 04:03 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of cyclonic storms and intense rainfall across 17 states as the 2026 monsoon season intensifies.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) released a severe weather alert today, highlighting the risk of cyclonic storms and heavy rainfall in 17 states across the country. The alert, issued as part of the Monsoon 2026 forecast, signals a significant increase in precipitation and wind speeds that could affect large swaths of the subcontinent.
The states flagged by the IMD include Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh. Meteorologists predict that these regions will experience sustained winds exceeding 70 km/h and rainfall totals that could surpass 200 mm in some areas.
Local authorities in affected states are urged to prepare for potential flooding, landslides, and disruptions to transportation. The IMD advises residents to stay updated through official channels, avoid unnecessary travel, and secure outdoor items that could become hazardous in high winds.
The department will continue to monitor the situation and issue further advisories as the monsoon progresses. Citizens are encouraged to heed official warnings and take precautionary measures to safeguard life and property.
The states flagged by the IMD include Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh. Meteorologists predict that these regions will experience sustained winds exceeding 70 km/h and rainfall totals that could surpass 200 mm in some areas.
Local authorities in affected states are urged to prepare for potential flooding, landslides, and disruptions to transportation. The IMD advises residents to stay updated through official channels, avoid unnecessary travel, and secure outdoor items that could become hazardous in high winds.
The department will continue to monitor the situation and issue further advisories as the monsoon progresses. Citizens are encouraged to heed official warnings and take precautionary measures to safeguard life and property.