Uttarakhand Flooded: Orange Alert Issued

Uttarakhand has been experiencing active monsoon conditions since June 30, with widespread rainfall observed across the state. The India Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange' alert for Friday, predicting heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in Nainital and Bageshwar districts. Lighter showers have already impacted various regions, with precipitation recorded in several locations.

Authorities have issued a 'yellow' alert for other districts, including Dehradun and Chamoli, prompting the State Emergency Operation Centre to direct district magistrates to implement necessary precautionary measures. The monsoon's intensity has led to temporary disruptions on crucial routes. The Badrinath National Highway and the Kedarnath pilgrimage route faced brief closures due to landslides and falling debris, causing traffic delays for pilgrims and locals.

Officials confirmed that the debris was cleared, and traffic flow was restored on both the Badrinath National Highway in Chamoli district and the Kedarnath route in Rudraprayag district. Daytime temperatures have remained normal to below normal in mountainous areas, with Dehradun recording a slightly above-normal maximum temperature.