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Heavy Rains Trigger Flash Floods in Uttarakhand, Two Killed as Homes Swamped

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On Thursday, heavy rains killed two individuals, swamped homes, and obstructed roadways in the northern highland state. From August 11 to 14, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued ‘red’ and ‘orange’ alerts in most districts.In the midst of heavy rain and thunderstorms, the Uttarakhand Police Department has also issued a warning of severe waterlogging and … Read more

Mumbai Under Red Alert as Heavy Rains, Schools and Exams Suspended

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Mumbai Under Red Alert as Heavy Rains Break July Record, Schools and Exams Suspended

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) upgraded the ‘orange’ signal to ‘red’ for the financial capital from Wednesday night until Thursday afternoon due to the continuous rain that pounded sections of Mumbai and its suburbs on Wednesday. The weather service had earlier in the day issued an orange signal for the city as well as Thane, … Read more