A storm hit the United Arab Emirates and Oman this week bringing record rainfall that flooded highways, inundated houses, grid-locked traffic and trapped people in their homes. At least 20 people were reported to have died in the deluge in Oman while another person was said to have died in floods in the UAE that closed government offices and schools for days. The storm had initially hit Oman on April 14 before it pounded the UAE on April 16, knocking out power and causing huge disruptions to flights as runways were turned into rivers. In the UAE, a record 254 millimetres (10 inches) of rainfall was recorded in Al Ain, a city bordering Oman. It was the largest ever in 24 hours since records started in 1949.
18 April,2024 03:38 PM IST
A torrential storm struck the UAE, unleashing heavy rains that wreaked havoc in Dubai and triggered floods across the region. UAE witnessed the heaviest rainfall since 1949. It claimed one life and inflicted widespread damage, with homes submerged, roads blocked, and vehicles stranded in the floodwaters. Flights were delayed and diverted, leaving passengers stranded amidst the chaos. Authorities issued urgent advisories, urging residents to stay indoors for safety as the storm disrupted normal life across the UAE.
18 April,2024 10:34 AM IST
The rain has unleashed its fury in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The IMD has issued a 'Red' alert for Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, Tiruvaneli and Kanyakumari districts. 40 lakes in the Kovilpatti area of Thoothukudi district have reached full capacity. According to IMD, heavy rain was expected to occur in one or two places over Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi. It has been raining continuously since the morning of December 17 in Kovilpatti and areas of Thoothukudi. On December 19, thunderstorms and lightning are likely to occur at one or two places in Tamil Nadu. The Tamil Nadu government has taken precautionary measures to ensure people's safety following the Tamil Nadu rains.
19 December,2023 12:00 PM IST
Efforts are in full swing as the rescue operation at the Uttarkashi Tunnel collapse site entered Day 6 on November 17. Rescue teams and agencies have intensified their bid to rescue the 40 trapped workers at the earliest. Heavy auger drilling machines are in action to save the workers. The tunnel between Silkyara and Dandalgaon on the Brahmakhal-Yamunotri national highway collapsed in the early hours of November 12. The labourers are confined in a small space of about 2 kilometres in the debris and they were sending in food, water, and oxygen via a pipe to the trapped workers. #uttarkashi #tunnelcollapse #india #news #uttarkashitunnelcollapse
17 November,2023 05:06 PM IST
The rescue operations in rain-battered Shimla entered day six on August 19. Joint rescue operations are underway by NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army and local people. So far, 16 bodies, among 20 people have been recovered from the Summer Hill area of Shimla. Over 70 people have lost their lives in the hilly state of Himachal Pradesh due to the deadly monsoon. Moreover, the state has suffered a loss of more than 7,500 crores, as per the govt reports.
19 August,2023 02:15 PM IST | Mumbai
Incessant rains in Himachal Pradesh this week wreaked havoc as it triggered landslides across the state, blocking roads, bringing down houses, and causing damage to life and property. Teams of the State Disaster Response Force have been involved in rescue operations. The Indian Air Force also joined the operations evacuating people to safer places in the state’s Kangra district. In a tweet the Indian Air Force said it carried out over 50 sorties and rescued over 780 people. Speaking about the rescue operations Deputy Commissioner of Kangra Nipun Jindal gave information.
17 August,2023 01:07 PM IST | Mumbai
Himachal Pradesh is facing monsoon’s fury yet again. Landslides were witnessed in Shimla due to heavy rains and several routes were closed. Cars got buried under the landslide and several trees were uprooted in Himachal’s capital. The locals were also facing issues due to bad weather conditions. On August 12, IMD issued Orange alert for several parts of Himachal. Mandi, which was devastated last month due to heavy rains, is once again facing flood-like situation due to himachal pradesh rains.
13 August,2023 05:04 PM IST
Almost a month ago, the state of Himachal Pradesh faced severe damage to life and property due to the floods in the state. And now, a flood-like situation due to Himachal Pradesh rains has yet again emerged in the state, especially in the Mandi district. The drone visuals show that the water levels of the Beas River have risen again. The tourists including foreigners were also stranded in Balh Valley in HP’s Mandi district. Chandigarh-Manali National Highway has also been closed because of the weather conditions. On August 12, IMD issued an Orange alert for several districts of Himachal Pradesh.
13 August,2023 03:08 PM IST
Parts of Delhi-NCR woke up to heavy rain on July 26, bringing respite from hot and humid conditions. Due to the downpour, parts of Delhi-NCR experienced waterlogging. Meanwhile, several areas of Noida witnessed severe waterlogging. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded in Noida’s Echotech area due to a rise in the water level of the Hindon River on July 25. The vehicles were seen almost submerged in the water making it ‘Water Parking’. Several houses were also submerged in the low-lying areas on July 23. Light to moderate rains were witnessed in parts of the NCR, including Noida, in the early hours of July 25. Amidst heavy rainfall in parts of the country, the IMD has issued alerts for Maharashtra, Haryana, Chandigarh, UP, Rajasthan, HP, and Uttarakhand.
26 July,2023 03:55 PM IST | Mumbai
When it comes to rain, either people love it or hate it. While some people love the season for the chai-pakoda feels, greener surroundings and respite from the summer heat, others despise the rainy season for the mosquitos, infections and flooding it brings with it. But we say, even when it pours, Mumbai roars! In fact, there are certain experiences in and around Mumbai that come to life only during Mumbai rains. So, make the most of the season and check out these top 5 things to do in Mumbai during the Mumbai monsoon.
25 July,2023 07:12 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
