150 People have died in rain-related incidents in Himachal Pradesh since June 27.

The state of Himachal Pradesh has recently experienced heavy rainfall, leading to significant precipitation in various areas. Naina Devi recorded the highest precipitation, receiving 66.8 mm of rainfall. This has resulted in considerable damage, with losses estimated at Rs 1,265 crore due to rain-induced destruction. The impact of the heavy rainfall has led to the closure of forty roads, affecting vehicular traffic in different regions of the state.

Additionally, five power and 19 water supply schemes have been affected. The local meteorological office has issued a warning of low flash floods in parts of Mandi, Shimla, and Sirmaur until Saturday. Furthermore, a ‘yellow alert’ has been issued for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and lightning on September 2. In the 24 hours prior to this report, several places in the state have experienced moderate rainfall.

Naina Devi received the highest precipitation, followed by Sundernagar, Jubbarhatti, Bharari, Shimla, Bilaspur, Manali, Una, Dharamshala, and Kangra. The overall rainfall deficit for Himachal Pradesh currently stands at 23 per cent, with the recorded rainfall at 467.9 mm against the average of 608.7 mm. The weather conditions in Himachal Pradesh have also varied, with Kukumseri in Lahaul and Spiti recording a low temperature of 9.6 degrees Celsius, while Bilaspur observed the highest temperature at 33.9 degrees. The situation remains dynamic, and the state will continue to monitor and address the impacts of the heavy rainfall.