Heavy Rain Lashes Northern India, Yamuna River Breaches Danger Mark in Delhi
Widespread flooding has hit several parts of northern India, with 10,000 people evacuated from the river banks in capital Delhi as more thunderstorms are forecast for Wednesday.
The monsoon season in India has been particularly intense this year, leading to significant casualties and damage.
Heavy rain and flooding have affected northern Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, with rivers rising above danger levels and triggering landslides that have damaged infrastructure.
The India Meteorological Department warns of continued heavy rain in the region, particularly in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh.
In Delhi, the swollen Yamuna river has breached its danger mark, prompting evacuations to relief camps set up along main highways.
Several casualties have been reported due to flooding, landslides, and collapsed buildings across affected areas.
Educational institutions have been ordered closed as a precautionary measure, with authorities advising residents to remain indoors.
Heavy rain and flooding have affected northern Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Punjab, with rivers rising above danger levels and triggering landslides that have damaged infrastructure.
The India Meteorological Department warns of continued heavy rain in the region, particularly in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh.
In Delhi, the swollen Yamuna river has breached its danger mark, prompting evacuations to relief camps set up along main highways.
Several casualties have been reported due to flooding, landslides, and collapsed buildings across affected areas.
Educational institutions have been ordered closed as a precautionary measure, with authorities advising residents to remain indoors.
