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Kolkata Issues Heavy Rain Alert for Independence Day
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 15 Aug 2026, 08:48 AM
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The Kolkata Municipal Corporation has issued a heavy rain alert for the upcoming Independence Day, urging residents to stay indoors and take precautionary measures.
On 15 August, the Kolkata Municipal Corporation announced a heavy rain alert for the city in anticipation of the Independence Day celebrations. The alert, issued by the Meteorological Department, warns of sudden downpours that could disrupt traffic and public gatherings.
City officials have advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel, especially on major roads such as the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass and the Howrah Bridge area, where flooding is likely. Emergency services have been placed on standby to respond to any incidents.
The alert remains in effect until the evening of 15 August, after which the weather is expected to clear. Authorities have urged people to keep windows closed, secure loose objects, and stay updated through official channels.
Despite the forecast, the city’s preparedness measures are in place to ensure public safety during the national celebrations.
City officials have advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel, especially on major roads such as the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass and the Howrah Bridge area, where flooding is likely. Emergency services have been placed on standby to respond to any incidents.
The alert remains in effect until the evening of 15 August, after which the weather is expected to clear. Authorities have urged people to keep windows closed, secure loose objects, and stay updated through official channels.
Despite the forecast, the city’s preparedness measures are in place to ensure public safety during the national celebrations.