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Cloudburst Countdown: IMD Warns of Heavy Rain Barrage in Chandigarh Till July 9

Updated: July 04, 2025 11:09

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a series of yellow and orange alerts for Chandigarh and surrounding regions, forecasting intense rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning through July 9. After recording its wettest June in a decade, the Tricity is now bracing for another disruptive monsoon spell.
 
Alert Timeline:
  • July 5: Heavy rainfall likely at isolated locations
  • July 6–7: Very heavy rainfall (≥12 cm) expected in parts of Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula
  • July 8–9: Another round of heavy showers forecasted
Rainfall Impact:
  • IMD predicts 7 cm or more rainfall at isolated spots across northern and eastern Chandigarh, Punjab, and Haryana
  • Thunderstorms and lightning to accompany rain, increasing risk of power outages and tree falls
Temperature Swings:
  • Daytime highs dipped to 34.7°C, while night temperatures rose to 27.8°C, reflecting volatile weather patterns
  • July began with 221.2 mm of rain in just three days, following 213 mm in June—37% above normal
Urban Disruption:
  • Previous downpours led to road caveins, uprooted trees, and waterlogging, crippling daily life
  • Authorities are on alert for flooding, infrastructure damage, and public service interruptions
Public Advisory:
  • Residents urged to avoid lowlying areas, secure loose objects, and monitor official IMD updates
  • Emergency services and control rooms have been activated across Tricity
With the monsoon axis shifting northward again, Chandigarh’s skies are set to open up—bringing both relief and risk in equal measure.
 
Source: The Tribune, IndiaTV News, Hindustan Times

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