The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a concerning weather forecast, predicting heavy rainfall across several regions of India until August 11. This announcement has raised alarms over the potential risk of flash floods in various states. The IMD has pinpointed specific areas that are likely to experience varying degrees of precipitation and has issued warnings about possible inundation in vulnerable regions.
The weather outlook indicates that Sub-Himalayan West Bengal & Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura will encounter heavy rainfall in isolated pockets. The situation becomes more critical for states such as Bihar, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura on August 8, as the IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy rainfall. This raises the concern for potential flooding and other water-related issues.
As per the forecast, August 9 and 10 are also expected to bring challenges. Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted in parts of Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. The northeastern states are anticipated to face isolated heavy rainfall for the next three days as well.
Despite the heightened alert, the IMD’s report suggests subdued rainfall activity for northwest India, as well as central, west, and south India over the next week. This forecast provides some relief for these regions from the imminent heavy downpours.
Adding to the concern, the IMD has also raised a red flag for flash flood risks on August 8 in various states. Specifically, moderate flash flood risks have been highlighted in Assam, Meghalaya, eastern Bihar, Gangetic West Bengal, and Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim for Tuesday. The IMD’s warning emphasizes potential surface runoff and inundation in areas with saturated soils and low-lying terrains.
Given these projections, it is advised that residents and authorities in the affected regions remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to mitigate potential flood-related risks. Public safety should be a top priority, and preparedness measures should be in place to tackle any emergency situations that may arise due to the heavy rainfall and flood threats.
