Severe Rainfall Alert

 A Severe Rainfall Alert typically means that heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in a region, which can lead to:

  • Flooding of roads and low-lying areas

  • Landslides in hilly or mountainous areas

  • Disruption of transport, power supply, and communication

  • Waterlogging and traffic jams in urban regions

⚠️ Safety Tips:

  1. Avoid unnecessary travel, especially to low-lying or flood-prone areas.

  2. Stay indoors and keep emergency items (flashlights, battery backup, drinking water) ready.

  3. Disconnect electrical appliances if water enters your home.

  4. Follow updates from the IMD (India Meteorological Department) or your local weather authority.

  5. Do not touch electric poles or wires in waterlogged areas.

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Here is some general information about Severe Rainfall Alerts:

🌧️ What is a Severe Rainfall Alert?

A Severe Rainfall Alert is issued by weather agencies (like the India Meteorological Department – IMD) when excessive or continuous heavy rainfall is expected. It warns of potential flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage.

🔔 Types of Rainfall Alerts in India (IMD color codes):

Alert LevelColor CodeMeaning
Normal⚪ WhiteNo warning; fair weather
Watch🟡 YellowBe updated – isolated heavy rainfall possible
Alert🟠 OrangeBe prepared – widespread heavy to very heavy rain likely
Warning🔴 RedTake action – extremely heavy rainfall, likely severe impact

📊 Rainfall Intensity Classification:

Type of RainfallRainfall Amount (in 24 hrs)
Light2.5 – 15.5 mm
Moderate15.6 – 64.4 mm
Heavy64.5 – 115.5 mm
Very Heavy115.6 – 204.4 mm
Extremely Heavy204.5 mm or more

⚠️ Possible Impacts of Severe Rainfall:

  • Urban flooding and waterlogging

  • River and flash floods in rural areas

  • Landslides in hilly regions (e.g., Himachal, Uttarakhand, NE states)

  • Traffic disruptions and flight/train delays

  • Damage to crops, houses, or power lines

✅ What to Do:

  • Stay tuned to official weather updates (TV, radio, or IMD app).

  • Avoid travel and stay indoors if possible.

  • Move to higher ground if you're in a flood-prone area.

  • Keep emergency supplies: torch, batteries, clean water, dry food.

  • Follow advice from local authorities or disaster management teams.

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