Weather update: IMD warns of heavy rainfall till this date, issues 'red' and 'orange' alert, check details

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts heavy rainfall in northern and northeastern India, including East Uttar Pradesh and Delhi-NCR. After a dry spell, Delhi experienced continuous rain over the past two days, bringing relief from the heat. More significant rainfall is expected on July 12, with the maximum temperature around 36°C and the minimum near 26°C. The IMD warns of increased rainfall intensity and rising water levels in the Yamuna River.

In Uttar Pradesh, heavy rainfall has improved weather conditions and increased humidity. Continued rainfall is expected in both eastern and western parts of the state for the next five days. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath reported that 12 districts are currently flood-affected, with ongoing rescue and relief operations.

In Bihar, heavy downpours have raised the threat of flooding. The IMD has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall and a red alert for very heavy rainfall on July 12. Rainfall activity will continue across various states until July 15, with heavy rains expected in Himalayan West Bengal, Sikkim, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Odisha. Light rains are forecasted for Uttarakhand, Central India, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Rajasthan.

Himachal Pradesh received light rainfall today, leading to the closure of 28 roads. A yellow alert has been issued for July 11 and 12, with expectations of strong winds, lightning, and thunder. Sporadic rain will continue until July 15.

In Assam, five more people have died in the last 24 hours, bringing the flood-related death toll to 84. Nearly 1.439 million people in 27 districts are affected by the floods. The Brahmaputra River’s water level is above the danger level at Neamatighat, Tezpur, Guwahati, and Dhubri.