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Heavy rains have submerged parts of Guwahati, disrupting daily life. IMD has issued warnings for Assam and Meghalaya, predicting more downpours. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh faces severe infrastructure damage, with roads and power supply heavily affected. The monsoon has claimed 261 lives since June due to landslides and accidents.

Key Points: Heavy Rains Flood Guwahati as IMD Warns Assam Meghalaya

  • Guwahati's Anil Nagar worst hit by waterlogging
  • IMD predicts more rain for Assam and Meghalaya
  • Himachal roads and power supply severely disrupted
  • 261 monsoon-related deaths reported since June
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Assam: Heavy rains cause severe waterlogging in various parts of Guwahati

Guwahati faces severe waterlogging after heavy rains, with IMD issuing warnings for Assam and Meghalaya as monsoon havoc spreads to Himachal.

"Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc. – India Meteorological Department (IMD)"

Guwahati, August 17

Heavy rainfall has caused severe waterlogging in several parts of Assam's Guwahati city on Sunday. Public life in the area remains severely affected due to consistent downpour and resultant waterlogging.

The heavy rainfall has severely impacted Guwahati's Anil Nagar area in particular.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast for Sunday says, "Partly cloudy sky becoming generally cloudy, possibility of light rain/thunder."

Moreover, IMD has issued a warning for Assam and Meghalaya from August 17-19, stating "Heavy Rain, Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc." The warnings for August 20 and 21 are "Very Heavy Rain Thunderstorm & Lightning, Squall etc." and "Very Heavy Rain," respectively.

Meanwhile, heavy rains continue to wreak havoc across Himachal Pradesh, severely disrupting roads, power, and water supply systems. According to the Himachal Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (HPSDMA), as of Sunday morning, 361 roads, including three national highways, remain blocked, while 637 distribution transformers (DTRs) and 115 water supply schemes are disrupted.

The ongoing monsoon fury has claimed 261 lives since June 20, of which 136 people died in rain-related incidents such as landslides, flash floods, and house collapses, while 125 were killed in road accidents triggered by slippery conditions and poor visibility, according to SDMA.

Officials said that road connectivity has been hit the hardest in Mandi district with 201 blockages, including the strategic NH-03, followed by Kullu, where 63 roads are closed due to landslides, including NH-305 at Khanag. Kinnaur also reported disruption on NH-05 at Tinku Nalla.

In terms of power supply, Mandi district reported the highest disruption with 448 DTRs damaged, followed by Lahaul & Spiti, where 112 transformers failed due to faults in high-tension lines. Water supply schemes remain the worst affected in Kullu and Mandi, where several schemes have been rendered inoperative due to heavy rains and landslides.

The HPSDMA said that restoration work is underway on a war footing, but continuous downpours and recurring landslides are hampering operations. Authorities have urged people to avoid unnecessary travel, especially in vulnerable areas, as the state braces for more rainfall in the coming days.

- ANI

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Priya S
My heart goes out to all affected families. The situation in Himachal is equally worrying with so many lives lost. Authorities need better disaster preparedness plans, especially during monsoon season. Stay safe everyone! 🙏
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Arjun K
Climate change is making monsoons more unpredictable. We need long-term solutions - better urban planning, early warning systems, and proper maintenance of infrastructure. Band-aid solutions won't work anymore.
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Sarah B
I'm visiting Guwahati next week - should I reconsider my plans? The weather forecast looks quite concerning. Any locals who can advise on which areas to avoid?
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Nikhil C
The government must prioritize drainage system upgrades. Every year same story - waterlogging, property damage, health hazards. Meanwhile crores are spent on unnecessary projects. Priorities need to change!
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Kavya N
My relatives in Anil Nagar are stranded since yesterday. The water level is waist-high! Emergency services need to reach these areas faster. People are running out of food and drinking water.

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