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IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alerts for Multiple States Until Aug 8, Northeast on High Watch
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🗓 02 Aug 2026, 07:36 PM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall across several states until August 8, while placing the northeast region on a high watch.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for multiple states until August 8, citing a strong monsoon surge.
The alert covers a broad swath of the country, urging residents and authorities to prepare for potentially severe rainfall and associated hazards.
In addition, the IMD has placed the northeast region on a high watch, signalling that the area may experience intense weather activity.
Officials advise people in affected zones to stay updated through local weather bulletins and to take precautionary measures such as securing loose items and avoiding low-lying areas.
The alert covers a broad swath of the country, urging residents and authorities to prepare for potentially severe rainfall and associated hazards.
In addition, the IMD has placed the northeast region on a high watch, signalling that the area may experience intense weather activity.
Officials advise people in affected zones to stay updated through local weather bulletins and to take precautionary measures such as securing loose items and avoiding low-lying areas.