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09 Aug

Himachal Pradesh to Witness Fresh Rain Spell Till August 13; Landslide Threat Prompts Caution

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Rain activity is expected to pick up across Himachal Pradesh, with the Meteorological Department forecasting intermittent showers in different parts of the state until August 13. Several areas could experience heavy rainfall during the initial phase of the spell, raising concerns over landslides and disruption of road connectivity. According to the weather forecast, rainfall is likely to intensify at several places on August 9 and may remain significant on August 10. Scattered showers are expected to continue on August 11 and 12, while some parts of the state could receive rain on August 13. Hilly areas face…

08 Aug

Himachal Pradesh Weather: Heavy Rain Likely on August 10-11, Orange Alert Issued in Four Districts

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): After a brief lull in monsoon activity, Himachal Pradesh is bracing for another spell of heavy rainfall, with the weather department forecasting intense showers in parts of the state on August 10 and 11. The change in weather is expected to follow the strengthening of a Western Disturbance. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for August 10 in Kangra and Sirmaur. The warning will shift to Chamba, Mandi, Kullu and Sirmaur on August 11. A Yellow Alert has also been issued for several other districts where moderate to heavy rain is possible. Residents…

31 Jul

Rain Fury Hits Himachal Pradesh: Dalhousie Schools Shut, Kinnaur Highway Blocked After Landslide

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Heavy monsoon showers continued to disrupt normal activities across Himachal Pradesh, with several districts reporting water-related problems, road blockages and weather-related incidents over the past day. Dalhousie witnessed intense rainfall in the morning, prompting the local administration to order the closure of all educational institutions in the area. The decision was taken as a safety measure amid concerns over worsening weather conditions. The impact of the rainfall was also felt in Kinnaur, where a landslide near Chaura led to the closure of National Highway-5. The highway remained blocked after debris fell onto the road, leaving vehicles stranded…

26 Jul

Heavy Rain Alert Continues Across Himachal Pradesh as IMD Warns of Landslides and Flash Floods

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is set to experience another day of active monsoon conditions, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting widespread rainfall and issuing yellow and orange weather alerts for several districts. Authorities have advised residents and tourists to remain cautious as heavy showers may trigger landslides, flash floods and traffic disruptions. According to the IMD, moderate rainfall is likely across much of the state, while isolated areas could witness intense downpours. The warning covers Mandi, Kangra, Kullu, Shimla, Solan, Sirmaur, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Una and Chamba, where weather conditions are expected to remain unstable throughout the day. Officials…

13 Jul

Brief Monsoon Pause in Himachal Pradesh as Weather Turns Stable; Rain Likely to Return Next Week

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is set to witness a temporary reduction in rainfall over the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting only scattered light showers until the middle of the week. The respite comes after an active spell of monsoon showers that pushed the state's rainfall figures well above the seasonal average. The weather office has not issued any rain alert for any district between July 13 and July 16, indicating relatively stable conditions across most regions. Skies are expected to remain partly cloudy, while isolated areas may receive brief spells of light rain. Meteorologists said…

09 Jul

Monsoon Remains Aggressive in Himachal Pradesh; IMD Forecasts More Rain, Authorities Warn of Travel Disruptions

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh is expected to witness another spell of widespread rainfall over the coming days as the southwest monsoon continues to remain active across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has advised people to remain cautious, warning that persistent showers may trigger landslides, flash floods, and traffic disruptions in vulnerable regions. According to the latest forecast, moderate to heavy rain is likely in several districts through July 12, particularly in the mid and lower hill regions. Officials said the weather system could intensify at isolated locations, increasing the possibility of slope failures and overflowing seasonal streams.…

07 Jul

IMD Forecasts Wet Week for Himachal Pradesh; Authorities Warn of Heavy Rain, Flooding and Slope Failures

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued monsoon activity across Himachal Pradesh, with heavy rainfall expected to affect several districts over the coming days. In view of the forecast, authorities have advised residents and tourists to remain cautious as the possibility of landslides, flash floods and road disruptions increases. According to the weather department, the southwest monsoon has strengthened over the region, creating conditions favourable for widespread rainfall across both lower and higher elevations. The current spell is expected to continue for nearly a week, with isolated places likely to receive intense showers. Rainfall Brings Cooler…

29 Jun

Southwest Monsoon Remains on Hold in Himachal; IMD Forecasts Widespread Rainfall From Early July

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Shimla (Rajeev Sharma): Himachal Pradesh will have to wait a little longer for the arrival of the southwest monsoon, with weather experts indicating that the seasonal system is running behind its normal schedule. While the monsoon has yet to enter the hill state, meteorological conditions are becoming increasingly favourable for its advance over the coming week. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the monsoon is gradually progressing across northern India after expanding through several parts of central and eastern regions. Officials expect the weather system to move closer to Himachal Pradesh within the next five to six days, aided by…

27 Jun

Six Dead as Pickup Falls into 500-Metre Gorge in Himachal Pradesh’s Shimla District

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Rampur (Rajeev Sharma): A devastating road accident in Himachal Pradesh's Shimla district claimed six lives after a pickup vehicle lost control and plunged into a gorge nearly 500 metres deep in the Rampur subdivision. The victims included the driver, a mother and her son, leaving the region in mourning. Officials said the accident took place while the pickup vehicle was returning after completing a milk delivery. During the journey, the driver had reportedly allowed five local passengers to board the vehicle. Moments later, the vehicle is believed to have veered off the mountainous road before crashing into the deep valley…

11 May

Himachal accident: Six killed, several injured as bus plunges into deep gorge in Chamba

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Gurpreet Singh :- At least six people were killed and several others injured after a tourist bus fell into a deep gorge near Kakira in Chowari subdivision of Chamba district during the early hours of Monday. The victims include five tourists from Gujarat and driver of the vehicle. ਖ According to police, the accident occurred in the early hours of Monday on the Lahru-Dalhousie Road amid heavy rain and strong winds. Soon after receiving the information, police along with rescue teams reached the spot and launched elief operation. The cause behind the tragic accident has not been ascertained yet. Chamba…