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IMD Issues Orange Alert for Heavy Rainfall in Arunachal, Bihar, West Bengal, Sikkim
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🗓 04 Aug 2026, 12:03 PM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued an Orange alert for heavy rainfall across Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, the Sub-Himalayan region of West Bengal, and Sikkim, urging residents to take precautions.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for heavy rainfall across several northeastern states.
The alert covers Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, the Sub-Himalayan region of West Bengal, and Sikkim, indicating that rainfall intensity is expected to be severe.
Heavy rains can trigger landslides, flash floods and disrupt transportation in hilly and riverine areas. Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors, secure loose objects and monitor local weather updates.
Local governments are preparing emergency response teams and have urged people to avoid non-essential travel during the peak rainfall period.
The alert covers Arunachal Pradesh, Bihar, the Sub-Himalayan region of West Bengal, and Sikkim, indicating that rainfall intensity is expected to be severe.
Heavy rains can trigger landslides, flash floods and disrupt transportation in hilly and riverine areas. Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors, secure loose objects and monitor local weather updates.
Local governments are preparing emergency response teams and have urged people to avoid non-essential travel during the peak rainfall period.