IMD

1. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts heavy rains in Assam, potentially impacting the ongoing monsoon flood.
2. North Assam faces high flood risk, urging residents and authorities to prepare.
3. Heavy rain alerts were issued for 13 districts, signaling increased flood severity.


Weather Update, June 23: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy rains across Assam, issuing alerts that may significantly impact the ongoing monsoon flood.

The Meteorological Centre has particularly emphasized the risk in north Assam, urging residents and authorities to prepare for potential flooding and adverse conditions.

IMD has issued heavy rain alerts for 13 districts, raising concerns about increased flood severity. Sonitpur, Biswanath Chariali, Lakhimpur, and Dhemaji are under a yellow alert, indicating a high likelihood of heavy rainfall.


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Golaghat, Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao, and Cachar districts have also received rain alerts, signaling significant rainfall activity.

Further alerts have been issued for Kokrajhar, Chirang, Goalpara, Barpeta, and Baksa districts, indicating widespread rainfall that could worsen flood conditions across the state.

Residents in these regions are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure safety during the heavy rain.