Key Points
- IMD: Heavy to very heavy rain likely in Uttarakhand and Himachal for 7 days; isolated extremely heavy rain in Uttarakhand on Aug 13.
- East-central and adjoining peninsular India to see fresh heavy rain spell Aug 13–17, including MP, Chhattisgarh, AP, Telangana.
- Bihar floods impact over 12.5 lakh people; deaths cross a dozen as major rivers swell above danger mark.
- Delhi forecast: Rain with thunderstorms today; max around 33–34°C, min near 25–26°C.
- Red/orange alerts issued across multiple hill districts; schools shut in parts of Uttarakhand.
New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a week-long alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh, with isolated extremely heavy falls(≥21cm) forecast in Uttarakhand on August 13. Authorities caution that the continued wet spell raises risks of landslides, flash floods, and travel disruption in vulnerable hill stretches.
- Uttarakhand: Extremely heavy rain risk on Aug 13; red/orange alerts in several districts and precautionary school closures in parts of the state.
- Himachal Pradesh: Heavy to very heavy rain likely through Aug 14 in multiple districts under orange alerts.
Heavy Rain Spell Building Over Central And East-Central India
A fresh, widespread rain surge is expected over east-central India and adjoining north-peninsular regions from August 13–17, with heavy to very heavy showers likely across Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Rayalaseema, and Telangana; isolated extremely heavy rain is possible over Telangana on Aug 14–15.
IMD action advisories include warnings for localized urban flooding, waterlogging in low-lying areas, reduced visibility, and traffic disruption during intense spells.
Bihar Floods: Rising Rivers, Expanding Impact
Flood conditions in Bihar have worsened, with at least 12 deaths confirmed and 12.58 lakh people affected across flood-hit panchayats as rivers including the Ganga, Gandak, and Bagmati flow above danger levels in several stretches. Districts such as Begusarai, Bhagalpur, Khagaria, and Madhepura report severe inundation, disrupted mobility, and expanded relief operations with over 1,000 boats and multiple NDRF teams on standby.
- Bhagalpur recorded the Ganga flowing 80cm above danger mark, inundating parts of the Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University campus.
- Local administrations have issued safety advisories and temporary closures in affected education institutions in worst-hit blocks.
Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR: Thunderstorms, Localized Flooding Risk
The IMD and local forecasts point to thunderstorms with rain around Delhi today, with the maximum temperature near 33–34°C and minimum around 25–26°C, alongside high humidity and intermittent downpours through the day. Rainfall has lashed several parts of Delhi-NCR since early morning, with more spells likely.
In western and eastern Uttar Pradesh, intermittent heavy showers are expected during this active monsoon phase, with localized flooding risk in low-lying pockets per IMD advisories tied to the broader North India alert matrix.
Marine And Travel Advisories
Given the intensity forecasts, IMD cautions of waterlogging, temporary road closures, and potential rail and air disruptions in high-impact zones, advising strict adherence to local alerts and avoiding landslide-prone corridors during intense spells.
State-Wise Snapshot
- Uttarakhand: Week-long heavy rain; isolated extremely heavy on Aug 13; red/orange alerts in multiple districts; school closures in places due to safety concerns.
- Himachal Pradesh: Orange alerts across several districts with heavy to very heavy rain potential through Aug 14; landslide risk persists.
- Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Coastal AP, Telangana, Vidarbha, Odisha: Fresh heavy to very heavy rain spell Aug 13–17; isolated extremely heavy in Telangana Aug 14–15.
- Bihar: Floods worsen; 12.58 lakh people affected, deaths cross a dozen; major rivers above danger levels; rescue and relief scaled up.
- Delhi-NCR: Rain with thunderstorms today; 33–34°C max, 25–26°C min; humid, with intermittent showers likely through the day.
Safety Checklist
- Avoid riverbanks, overflowing drains, and waterlogged underpasses during heavy rain windows.
- Defer non-essential hill travel; check for highway closures and landslide bulletins before departure.
- Fisherfolk and coastal communities should follow marine advisories and avoid rough-sea zones flagged in daily bulletins.
Key Dates And Outlook
- Aug 12–18: Sustained heavy to very heavy rain risk in Uttarakhand/Himachal; peak intensity in Uttarakhand on Aug 13.
- Aug 13–17: Central and adjoining peninsular India to see a fresh heavy rain spell, with Telangana’s extremely heavy risk on Aug 14–15.
- Aug 12: Delhi thunderstorms, max near mid-30s, with periodic showers expected through the day and week variations ahead.
