Heavy rainfall to continue in Tripura till July 16; IMD issues orange warning for two districts
Agartala, July 13
The India Meteorological Department has forecast continued heavy to very heavy rainfall across Tripura till July 16 as the southwest monsoon remains active over the Northeast, prompting authorities to remain on alert for possible waterlogging and localised flooding.
According to the latest IMD forecast issued from Agartala, the monsoon has remained active across the Northeastern region over the past two to three days and is expected to continue in an active phase for another three to four days.
During the last 24 hours, four districts of Tripura recorded significant rainfall. West Tripura received the highest rainfall at 138 mm, followed by Sepahijala with 116 mm. Heavy rainfall was also reported from Gomati and South Tripura districts.
The IMD has predicted that heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely to continue across the state until July 16.
For July 13, the weather department has issued an Orange Warning for West Tripura and Sepahijala districts, indicating the likelihood of heavy to very heavy rainfall. The remaining districts have also been placed under warning for heavy rainfall.
From July 14 to July 16, rainfall intensity is expected to reduce marginally, although heavy rainfall is still likely in several parts of the state. A Yellow warning has been issued for Khowai, West Tripura, Sepahijala, Gomati, and South Tripura districts during this period.
The IMD stated that the forecast is based on the latest morning observations and that updated weather bulletins will be issued as fresh meteorological data becomes available.
With sustained rainfall expected over the coming days, residents, particularly those living in low-lying and flood-prone areas, have been advised to remain vigilant and follow weather advisories issued by the authorities.
IMD Agartala Director Partha Roy, speaking to ANI, said, "The monsoon has remained active across the Northeast over the past two to three days and is expected to continue in an active phase for the next three to four days," Roy said.
"During the last 24 hours, the highest rainfall in Tripura has been recorded in four districts--West Tripura, Sepahijala, Gomati, and South Tripura. Among them, West Tripura recorded the maximum rainfall of 138 mm, while Sepahijala recorded the second-highest rainfall of 116 mm. According to the latest forecast issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Agartala, heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected to continue across the state until July 16," he added.
— ANI
Reader Comments
West Tripura mein 138 mm! Yeh toh bahut zyada hai. Hamein apna drainage system behtar karna hoga, warna har baar pani jamta hai. Kripya local authorities bhi proactive rahein 😊
Good that IMD is issuing warnings on time. But I feel orange warning should be taken more seriously by district administrations. Low-lying areas need special attention. Let's hope rainfall intensity reduces as predicted from July 14 🙏
Monsoon ke mausam mein Tripura ka natural beauty aur badh jaata hai, lekin itni barish mein logon ko takleef hoti hai. Kripya yellow warning ko bhi seriously lein, especially Khowai and Gomati districts mein 🌧️☔
One suggestion: IMD should also provide real-time updates via SMS to people in flood-prone areas. Many don't have internet access. Also, relief camps should be ready beforehand. Let's stay safe everyone! 💪
Yaar, North East ka monsoon toh unpredictable hota hai. Accha hai ki Partha Roy sir ne clearly forecast diya. Orange warning in West Tripura and Sepahijala matlab careful rehna hoga. Fingers crossed for better weather 🤞
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