HP: IMD predicts light to moderate rainfall in many districts tonight
Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is very likely to continue at many places over Una, Hamirpur, Bilaspur, Solan, Mandi, Shimla and Kullu tonight, according to the India Meteorological Department.
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Aug 16, 2024 22:48 IST
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], August 16 (ANI): Light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is very likely to continue at many places over Una, Hamirpur, Bilaspur, Solan, Mandi, Shimla and Kullu tonight, according to the India Meteorological Department.
The IMD said there is a likelihood of a few spells of intense to very intense rainfall over these places resulting in flash floods, slippery roads, low visibility, and partial damage to vulnerable structures at isolated pockets in vulnerable areas of these districts.
The IMD also predicted light to moderate rainfall is likely to occur in at few places in the Districts of Kangra, Chamba, Kinnaur Lahul and Spiti today night.
Many parts of Himachal Pradesh have been receiving heavy rains in the last couple of days. IMD has issued a yellow alert for 10 of the state's 12 districts effective until August 20.
Due to the rains, many roads in the state have been closed. 58 roads, including National Highway 707 between Hatkoti in Shimla and Poanta Sahib in Sirmaur were closed due to rain on Friday, according to the state emergency operation centre. (ANI)
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