Cloud Bursts In India: Heavy Rainfall Causes Widespread Flooding And Landslides

Cloud bursts in India have caused significant disruption across multiple states. The rainfall in Gurgaon and other parts of Delhi-NCR has led to widespread flooding, while the cloud bursts in Himachal Pradesh and Kerala have resulted in tragic loss of life.

Cloud Burst – According to IMD(India Meteorological Department) over 100 millimetres of rain in one hour is generally defined as a “Cloud Burst”. And the Pragati Maidan observatory in central Delhi recorded 112.5 mm of rain in just one hour. However, there has been no official statement on the situation from weather officials.

Wayanad Landslide

Source: Frontline – The Hindu”

Heavy rains triggered the Wayanad landslide, caused destruction and loss of life. 3 major landslides in Wayanad, Kerala on Tuesday, took the life of 256 people, and over 200 were injured. And around 220 people are still missing.

Badly affected areas include Mundakkai, Chooralmala, Attamala, and Noolpuzha villages. “At least 1,500 Army personnel have been deployed for the rescue operation. We have deployed forensic surgeons” – The Health Minister stated.

A command centre has been set up in Kozhikode and forensic surgeons have been deployed for victim identification. Residents in hilly areas are urged to stay alert!