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Uttarakhand Braces for Heavy Rains: IMD Issues Alerts

The India Meteorological Department has forecast intense to very intense rainfall across Uttarakhand, issuing yellow and orange alerts for the next two days. A yellow alert for Tuesday warns of thunderstorms and gusty winds in Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar, while an orange alert covers districts like Nainital and Uttarkashi. On Wednesday, an orange alert extends to Dehradun and Tehri, with warnings of hail and intense rain. Meanwhile, the Indian Army is working to clear snow for the Hemkund Sahib Yatra despite challenging conditions.

Key Points: Heavy Rain Alert Uttarakhand: IMD Yellow, Orange Warnings

  • IMD issues yellow alert for Tuesday in Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar
  • Orange alert for multiple districts including Nainital, Uttarkashi on Tuesday and Wednesday
  • Thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds (40-50 Kmph) and hail expected
  • Indian Army clearing snow for Hemkund Sahib Yatra amid adverse weather
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IMD forecasts heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand, issues yellow, orange alerts

IMD forecasts intense rainfall in Uttarakhand with yellow and orange alerts. Thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds expected. Army clears snow for Hemkund Sahib Yatra.

"Efforts are underway on a war footing by personnel of the Indian Army to clear snow from the route - DIPR"

Dehradun, April 27

The India Meteorological Department on Monday forcasted intense to very intense rainfall across Uttarakhand and issued 'yellow' and 'orange' alerts for the next two days.

The IMD has issues a 'yellow' alert for Tuesday with warnings of thunderstorm accompanied with lightning, gusty winds (sped: 40-50 Kmph), and intense to very intense spell of rain, likely to occur at isolated places over Haridwar and Udham Singh Nagar districts of Uttarakhand.

'Orange' alert has been issued with warnings of thunderstorm accompanied with lightning, gusty winds (sped: 40-50 Kmph), and intense to very intense spell of rain, likely to occur at isolated places in Nainital, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar & Pithoragarh.

For Wednesday, the IMD has issued an 'orange' alert accompanied by warnings of thunderstorm, lightning, hail, intense to very intense spell of gusty winds (speed: 40-50 Kmph), likely to occur at isolated places in Nainital, Dehradun, Tehri, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Bageshwar & Pithoragarh districts in Uttarakhand.

Efforts are underway on a war footing by personnel of the Indian Army to clear snow from the route to ensure that the Shri Hemkund Sahib Yatra is smooth, safe, and well-organised, Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) said.

Despite the challenging mountainous terrain and adverse weather conditions, the soldiers are continuously working to make the path accessible so that pilgrims do not face any inconvenience, DIPR added.

- ANI

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Priya S
Every year its same story - heavy rain warnings but no proper drainage in hill towns. Hope the yellow and orange alerts are not just on paper. Local authorities should also coordinate with Army for yatra routes.
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Vikram M
Good to see Army clearing snow for Hemkund Sahib Yatra despite weather challenges. Our soldiers are truly dedicated. But why no mention of precautions for Char Dham yatra? Pilgrims need consistent updates.
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David E
As someone who visited Rishikesh last monsoon - these warnings are serious. The winds and lightning can be dangerous. Glad IMD is specific about districts this time. Keep safe everyone! 🇮🇳
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Rohit L
Orange alert for Nainital? Tourists there should cancel plans or stay indoors. These hailstorms damage cars and roofs. Also appreciate Army working for yatra - but wish district admin was equally proactive with flood prevention. 😔
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Kavya N
My family is in Pithoragarh! They said already some landslides reported on roads. Orange alert there is worrying. Hope state government deploys NDRF teams in advance this time - every monsoon we lose connectivity for days.
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James A
Pretty standard pre-monsoon pattern for Uttarakhand. The yellow/orange system is helpful but local residents know their terrain

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