Continuous heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand since late Saturday has severely disrupted normal life, with Dehradun among the worst-affected districts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert, warning of “heavy to very heavy rainfall” in the region until June 30.
IMD Dehradun Director Dr. Vikram Singh urged residents in vulnerable areas to evacuate promptly. “Uttarakhand to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall till June 30, people living in vulnerable areas must evacuate,” he said.
In Dehradun’s Kargi Grant area, two houses collapsed near a riverbank under the force of the downpour. Though no casualties have been reported, police said at least ten nearby homes were evacuated as a precaution. Emergency teams, including the Kotwali Patel Nagar Police and Fire Service, reached the area immediately after being alerted by local residents.
The impact of the rain extended beyond residential zones. A portion of the road near the Malsi Zoo culvert caved in, prompting authorities to install barricades and reroute heavy vehicles. Tourists en route to Mussoorie were advised to use alternate paths.
Since the rain began Saturday night, Dehradun and nearby areas have experienced flooding, waterlogging, and landslides. Overflowing rivers and streams have submerged roads, and water has entered multiple homes, creating panic among residents. The state remains on high alert as the weather department predicts continued rainfall over the coming days.
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