Red Alert for Heavy Rain in 2 Gujarat Districts, Orange Alert in 10
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With the southwest monsoon gaining momentum in Gujarat, it is gradually advancing to more districts after entering through South Gujarat. According to the latest forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a red alert has been issued for two districts, an orange alert for 10 districts, and a yellow alert for 10 districts on Thursday.
Red alert (Extremely heavy rainfall likely)
- Junagadh
- Gir Somnath
Orange alert (Heavy to very heavy rainfall likely)
- Porbandar
- Amreli
- Bhavnagar
- Anand
- Surat
- Bharuch
- Navsari
- Valsad
- Dang
- Tapi
Yellow alert (Light to moderate rainfall likely)
- Rajkot
- Botad
- Ahmedabad
- Kheda
- Mahisagar
- Vadodara
- Narmada
- Chhota Udepur
- Panchmahal
- Dahod
Cloudy skies in Ahmedabad
After several days, Ahmedabad witnessed cloudy weather on Thursday. Light showers were reported in some parts of the city late on Wednesday night, and there is a possibility of heavy rainfall during the day.
Heavy showers bring relief in Mahuva region
The Mahuva region received its first heavy spell of the monsoon season, bringing much-needed relief from the heat. Rain was also reported in Talaja, Gariyadhar and Jesar, while widespread downpours in the Dhandhuka region lifted farmers' spirits.
After five days of oppressive humidity, Mahuva experienced overcast conditions from early morning, followed by around one inch of rain at about 11.30 am. However, the first heavy rain exposed shortcomings in the municipality's pre-monsoon preparations, with roads turning into streams due to overflowing drains and rainwater.
Waterlogging was reported in areas including Hospital Road, Vasi Talav, Gandhibag, VT Nagar and College Road, where knee-deep water accumulated. Power supply remained disrupted for several hours, causing inconvenience to residents.
In rural areas such as Bagdana, Monpar, Otha, Dundas, Amrutvel, Datardi and Vaghnagar, the rainfall was considered sufficient for sowing, providing relief to farmers awaiting the onset of the monsoon.
