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IMD Issues Rain Alerts for Himachal, Uttarakhand, Odisha; Delhi-NCR Likely to See Showers
✍️ The Daily Jagran
🗓 05 Oct 2026, 10:15 AM
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The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Odisha, while forecasts suggest showers could touch Delhi and its National Capital Region later today.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain alerts for Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Odisha, citing the arrival of a low‑pressure system that is expected to bring heavy showers across the hills and coastal areas.
Meteorologists predict that Himachal and Uttarakhand could receive up to 200 mm of rainfall in some districts, while Odisha may see 150 mm in coastal districts. The alerts warn of potential landslides and flooding in vulnerable regions.
In the National Capital Region, the IMD forecast indicates scattered showers between 6 pm and midnight, with a chance of heavy rainfall in the outer pockets of Delhi and Gurugram. Residents are advised to stay alert for sudden downpours.
The department urges people in the affected states to secure loose items, avoid travel on hilly roads, and keep emergency kits ready. In Delhi, authorities have asked commuters to check weather updates before heading out.
Meteorologists predict that Himachal and Uttarakhand could receive up to 200 mm of rainfall in some districts, while Odisha may see 150 mm in coastal districts. The alerts warn of potential landslides and flooding in vulnerable regions.
In the National Capital Region, the IMD forecast indicates scattered showers between 6 pm and midnight, with a chance of heavy rainfall in the outer pockets of Delhi and Gurugram. Residents are advised to stay alert for sudden downpours.
The department urges people in the affected states to secure loose items, avoid travel on hilly roads, and keep emergency kits ready. In Delhi, authorities have asked commuters to check weather updates before heading out.