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IMD issues yellow alert as heavy rain expected in Punjab and Haryana till Sept 5
✍️ The Tribune
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 12:39 PM
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The India Meteorological Department has raised a yellow alert, forecasting heavy rainfall across parts of Punjab and Haryana through September 5.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow weather alert for several districts in Punjab and Haryana, indicating that heavy rain is likely to persist until September 5. Meteorological data shows a sustained influx of moisture from the western disturbances, prompting the department to warn of possible localized flooding and waterlogging.
A yellow alert signals that rain intensity may be moderate to high, with the potential to disrupt daily activities, especially in low‑lying and flood‑prone areas. Authorities in the affected districts have been advised to monitor water levels in rivers and canals, and to ready emergency response teams for swift action if needed.
Residents are urged to stay informed through local news and official IMD updates, avoid unnecessary travel during peak downpours, and secure property against water damage. The alert will be reviewed daily, and any escalation to a higher warning level will be communicated promptly.
A yellow alert signals that rain intensity may be moderate to high, with the potential to disrupt daily activities, especially in low‑lying and flood‑prone areas. Authorities in the affected districts have been advised to monitor water levels in rivers and canals, and to ready emergency response teams for swift action if needed.
Residents are urged to stay informed through local news and official IMD updates, avoid unnecessary travel during peak downpours, and secure property against water damage. The alert will be reviewed daily, and any escalation to a higher warning level will be communicated promptly.