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Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Floods and Landslides in Himachal, Over 250 Roads Blocked

Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Floods and Landslides in Himachal, Over 250 Roads Blocked

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July 29, 2026

Heavy overnight rains wreaked havoc across Himachal Pradesh, causing flash floods in Chamba and a landslide in Shimla. Over 250 roads have been blocked, damaging homes, shops, and vehicles, as IMD issues alerts for continued heavy rainfall across several districts.

Himachal Pradesh Weather: Fresh Snowfall Hits High Reaches, IMD Issues Orange Alert for Heavy Rain

Himachal Pradesh Weather: Fresh Snowfall Hits High Reaches, IMD Issues Orange Alert for Heavy Rain

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July 24, 2026

Fresh snowfall in the high peaks of Kullu and widespread rains across Himachal Pradesh have lowered temperatures. Over 130 roads remain blocked, while the Met Department has issued an orange alert for heavy downpours from July 27.

Cloudburst, Heavy Rain Wreak Havoc in Himachal; 18 Houses Damaged, Key Roads Blocked

Cloudburst, Heavy Rain Wreak Havoc in Himachal; 18 Houses Damaged, Key Roads Blocked

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July 22, 2026

Heavy rains and cloudbursts triggered flash floods and landslides across Himachal Pradesh, severely impacting Boh Valley in Kangra district. Eighteen houses were damaged, and over 150 roads, along with hundreds of power transformers and water schemes, were disrupted. Orange alert remains active for Kangra and Mandi districts for Wednesday.

Monsoon Update: Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Himachal; Tourists Warned to Stay Away From Rivers

Monsoon Update: Heavy Rain Alert Issued for Himachal, Tourists Warned to Stay Away From Rivers

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July 17, 2026

The Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert for Himachal Pradesh from July 18 to 23, with intense downpours expected between July 20 and 22. Authorities have also warned tourists and residents to stay away from the Parbati river banks following water release from the Pulga Dam.

Heavy Rain Alert for Shimla, Mandi, Kangra, and Sirmaur; IMD Issues Advisory Himachal Weather

IMD downgrades Himachal weather warning to orange alert from July 19 to 22

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July 16, 2026

The India Meteorological Department has revised its weather warning for Himachal Pradesh, replacing the previously issued red alert for July 20 and 21 with an orange alert spanning from July 19 to 22. Residents and tourists have been advised to avoid high-altitude travel and stay away from water bodies.

Heavy Rain Alert for Shimla, Mandi, Kangra, and Sirmaur; IMD Issues Advisory Himachal Weather

Heavy Rain Alert for Shimla, Mandi, Kangra, and Sirmaur; IMD Issues Advisory

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July 7, 2026

The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall in four districts of Himachal Pradesh today. With the active monsoon causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions across the state, authorities have urged residents and tourists to avoid water bodies and vulnerable areas.