Weather tomorrow: IMD issues red, orange alerts across several Uttarakhand districts for Sep 26, 27; CM Dhami reacts
Uttarakhand Weather: The IMD has forecast red, orange and yellow alerts across 13 districts on September 26 and 27, with red alerts covering five and four districts, respectively. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami stressed the importance of caution and adherence to advisories amid expected heavy rainfall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for five Uttarakhand districts, orange alerts for another five and yellow alerts for three districts for September 26. For September 27, red alerts will cover four districts, orange alerts for four and yellow alerts for five. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami urged officials to remain vigilant in red and orange alert districts, ensuring relief and rescue arrangements are ready.
The IMD predicts heavy to very heavy rainfall, isolated extremely heavy showers, rising river levels and potential landslides in hilly regions. CM Dhami directed district emergency operation centers to stay operational and relay weather warnings promptly. Officials from all 13 districts met on Friday to review preparations, with Suman instructing them to remain on high alert.
Authorities have been asked to monitor river levels, block landslide-prone roads, and keep rescue teams ready. Residents near water bodies are advised against approaching riverbanks or entering fast-moving waters.
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