A severe weather system has triggered a red alert in northern India, causing heavy rainfall, deadly landslides, and rising river levels. The most tragic incident occurred in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, where a landslide struck two houses in the Jangambag area of Sundernagar late Tuesday evening, burying them under debris and claiming six lives. The victims included four members of a single family and a passerby caught in the disaster. Rescue operations led by the NDRF, SDRF, and local authorities are ongoing amid challenging weather and unstable terrain. Nearby homes have been evacuated as a precaution.
In Delhi, the Yamuna River has swollen to critical levels due to continuous rain, prompting authorities to increase monitoring and prepare for potential flooding. Similarly, in Chandigarh, authorities opened the gates of Sukhna Lake to regulate water levels and prevent overflow, reflecting the heightened alert across the region.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert signaling moderate to intense rainfall expected across Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha. These conditions increase the risk of flash floods, landslides, and waterlogging.
Residents are urged to stay alert, adhere to evacuation orders, and avoid travel where possible. Authorities are coordinating efforts to prevent further loss of life and mitigate damage. The ongoing rescue and relief work underscore the seriousness of the monsoon’s impact on North India this season.A severe weather system has triggered a red alert in northern India, causing heavy rainfall, deadly landslides, and rising river levels. T
he most tragic incident occurred in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, where a landslide struck two houses in the Jangambag area of Sundernagar late Tuesday evening, burying them under debris and claiming six lives. The victims included four members of a single family and a passerby caught in the disaster. Rescue operations led by the NDRF, SDRF, and local authorities are ongoing amid challenging weather and unstable terrain. Nearby homes have been evacuated as a precaution.
In Delhi, the Yamuna River has swollen to critical levels due to continuous rain, prompting authorities to increase monitoring and prepare for potential flooding. Similarly, in Chandigarh, authorities opened the gates of Sukhna Lake to regulate water levels and prevent overflow, reflecting the heightened alert across the region.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert signaling moderate to intense rainfall expected across Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha. These conditions increase the risk of flash floods, landslides, and waterlogging.
Residents are urged to stay alert, adhere to evacuation orders, and avoid travel where possible. Authorities are coordinating efforts to prevent further loss of life and mitigate damage. The ongoing rescue and relief work underscore the seriousness of the monsoon’s impact on North India this season.
