Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Heavy Rain and Flooding Hit Kolkata; More Showers Expected
Kolkata experienced heavy rain and flooding because of a weather system over the sea.
The rain caused waterlogging in many areas, making it difficult for people to travel.
The weather experts say that more rain is expected in the next few days.
People are advised to stay away from flooded areas and avoid being near trees during thunderstorms.
Fishermen are warned not to go into the sea because it's too dangerous right now.
Heavy rainfall and waterlogging occurred in Kolkata and surrounding areas due to a depression over the Bay of Bengal.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy to very heavy rain in South Bengal, including Kolkata, through the weekend.
Waterlogging caused traffic snarls and delays in several areas like Behala, Tollygunge, and Central Avenue.
Gusty winds up to 50 kmph were reported in parts of south Bengal.
Fishermen were advised against venturing into the sea until July 29 due to rough conditions.
- Who
- Residents of Kolkata and surrounding areas, fishermen.
- What
- Heavy rainfall and waterlogging in Kolkata and surrounding areas.
- When
- Heavy rain through the morning of July 25, with more expected into the weekend and until July 29 for some areas.
- Where
- Kolkata and several districts in South Bengal, including Behala, Tollygunge, Garia, Salt Lake and Central Avenue.
- Why
- A depression over the Bay of Bengal caused the heavy rainfall.
Public Safety
Environmental Impact
Safety Precautions
Public Safety
Authorities advised people to avoid waterlogged areas and seek shelter away from trees and electric poles during thunderstorms.
Environmental Impact
Not Applicable
- Source
- India Meteorological Department (IMD)
- Location of Depression
- 100km south-southeast of Kolkata (July 25)
- Wind Speed
- Gusts up to 50 kmph
- Areas Affected
- Behala, Tollygunge, Garia, EM Bypass, Topsia, Central Avenue, Salt Lake, Alipore, Dum Dum, Howrah, Hooghly, East and West Midnapore, and South 24 Parganas.
- Fishermen Advisory
- Do not venture into the sea along north and central Bay of Bengal and West Bengal-Odisha coasts till July 29.
