Unplanned construction, climate change increase disaster risk in Shimla: DC
DC chairs a meeting held via video conferencing regarding the administration’s preparedness for possible disasters during the monsoon season
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DC chairs a meeting held via video conferencing regarding the administration’s preparedness for possible disasters during the monsoon season
Heavy rainfall is expected to continue in the state, with a yellow warning in effect until July 15. Flash flood warnings are in place for six districts. Isolated areas experienced heavy rainfall in the past 24 hours, with Dhaulakuan recording the highest amount at 168.5 mm. Light to moderate rain will persist through July 16.
Flashflood warnings are in effect for 10 districts due to heavy rainfall. An orange weather warning is issued for 8 districts on July 7th, with heavy rain expected. Light to moderate rain will continue through July 12th. Temperatures will fluctuate in the coming days. Aghar in Hamirpur received the most rain in the past 24 hours, at 110 mm.
Several districts in Himachal Pradesh face a high risk of flash floods within 24 hours due to heavy rainfall. Affected districts include Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Mandi, Shimla, Sirmaur, and Solan. An orange weather warning is in effect, forecasting heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning in several areas.