Storms Bring Flood Risks Across Central and Northern India

Across central and northern India, a powerful weather system is unleashing heavy rain and thunderstorms that are expected to persist throughout the day. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned that wind speeds could touch 60 km/h, amplifying the danger of flash floods in river basins and low‑lying neighborhoods.

The alert covers a wide swath of territory, from Delhi‑NCR and Uttar Pradesh in the north to Madhya Pradesh and parts of Andhra Pradesh in the south‑central region. The combination of saturated soils and strong gusts raises concerns about landslides in hilly districts of Uttarakhand and Bihar.

Local administrations have activated disaster response units and are coordinating with the National Disaster Management Authority to ensure rapid relief if needed. Citizens are advised to keep mobile phones charged, follow evacuation routes if instructed, and refrain from driving through water‑logged streets.

Real‑time updates are available on the IMD’s official website, where users can view interactive maps showing rainfall intensity, wind vectors and flood‑prone zones. The department urges the public to stay informed and heed all safety recommendations.