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Highest May Rainfall on Record Triggers Landslides, Alerts Across India

India experiences record-breaking May rainfall with 116.6 mm, triggering landslides in Sikkim and heavy rain alerts in Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and other states. Authorities warn locals and tourists to stay cautious.

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India recorded its highest rainfall for May this year, with 116.6 mm of rain reported by May 30. This breaks the previous record of 110.7 mm set in 1990. The second highest record was in 2021, with 107.9 mm. Normally, the country receives 61.4 mm of rain in May.

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Heavy rainfall has caused landslides in Sikkim’s Theng and Chungthang areas. Many houses buried under debris. Authorities have issued warnings for tourists and locals, advising them to avoid rivers, streams, and landslide-prone zones.

Himachal Pradesh faces an orange alert for heavy thunderstorms and rain. The alert covers four districts today and seven tomorrow. Officials have advised caution, especially for tourists, urging them to stay away from risky areas.

In Jammu and Kashmir, snowfall has caused traffic disruptions. The Gurez-Bandipura Road and Mughal Road remain closed. Ramban district experienced a hailstorm mixed with rain.

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Rajasthan also sees rising storm activity. Seven districts are under storm alert today. Ajmer opened three gates of Anasagar Lake to release water after recent rains. Barmer recorded 30 mm of rain in 24 hours, marking its highest May rainfall in six years.

Several states reported damage from heavy rain. Roads in Guwahati, Assam, flooded after recent showers. In Karnataka’s Mangaluru, a house collapsed, killing a 16-year-old girl. Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram continues to experience heavy rain.

In Madhya Pradesh, authorities warned of storms and heavy rain in 21 districts, including Bhopal. A sewage system was installed around the pandal for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s event to prevent waterlogging during the rain.

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Bihar saw heavy rain in Raxaul. The Meteorological Department predicts heavy showers in 10 districts with strong winds and lightning.

Weather Alerts 

StateAlert TypeDistricts AffectedKey Details
SikkimLandslides due to heavy rainTheng, ChungthangHouses buried; debris; local warnings
Himachal PradeshOrange alert for thunderstormsKangra, Chamba, Mandi, Kullu (May 31)4 districts today, 7 districts tomorrow
Jammu & KashmirSnowfall, hailstormRamban, Gurez-Bandipura, Mughal RoadRoads closed; hailstorm reported
RajasthanStorm and rain alert7 districts (May 31), 17 districts (June 1)Ajmer opened lake gates; Barmer 30 mm rainfall
AssamFloodingGuwahatiRoads flooded
KarnatakaHeavy rain, house collapseMangaluruHouse collapse killed 16-year-old
KeralaContinuous heavy rainThiruvananthapuramOngoing rainfall
Madhya PradeshStorm and heavy rain alert21 districts including BhopalSewage system installed at PM’s venue
BiharHeavy rain, wind alert10 districts including RaxaulLightning warning
PunjabYellow alert for rain, winds8 districtsTemperature drop by 3.2°C
HaryanaRain alert, wind up to 50 km/h17 districts (rain), 5 dry districtsTemperature drop by 4.2°C
ChhattisgarhOrange alert for heavy rain10 districts including Raipur, MahasamundThunderstorms and lightning possible

Punjab received a yellow alert for rain and strong winds in eight districts. Temperatures dropped by 3.2 degrees after the storms.

Chhattisgarh issued an orange alert for heavy rain and thunderstorms in ten districts, including Raipur, Mahasamund, and Dhamtari. Lightning strikes are possible.

The country continues to face intense weather conditions, with officials urging residents and visitors to stay alert and take precautions.

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