Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Heavy Rains Disrupt Life Across India; Multiple Deaths Reported
Heavy rains and strong winds are hitting many parts of India, causing problems in several states.
Some areas are experiencing school closures and event cancellations.
Sadly, there have been deaths due to the weather, especially in Maharashtra.
The bad weather is expected to continue in some regions, with warnings in place for more rain and wind.
Heavy rainfall and strong winds are impacting multiple states, including Kerala, Karnataka, and Manipur.
Maharashtra has reported 16 deaths due to rain-related incidents since May 24.
Schools are closed in some districts of Karnataka, Mizoram, and Kerala due to the weather.
The IMD forecasts continued heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in several regions.
Several areas are facing waterlogging, leading to disruptions in daily life and traffic.
- Who
- Residents of affected states; various government and disaster response agencies.
- What
- Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds, and flooding; related fatalities and injuries.
- When
- Ongoing, with forecasts of continued inclement weather through May 30 and beyond.
- Where
- Kerala, Karnataka, Manipur, Assam, Tripura, Maharashtra, and Delhi.
- Why
- Due to seasonal weather patterns, including monsoon onset in some regions.
- Fatalities (Maharashtra)
- 16 (May 24-29)
- Injured (Maharashtra)
- 18 (May 24-29)
- Animal Deaths (Maharashtra)
- 41
- Affected States (Heavy Rainfall)
- Kerala, Karnataka, Manipur, Assam, Tripura, Delhi
- School Closures
- Karnataka, Mizoram, Kerala, Manipur (some districts)
Sources
Delhi to be hit by thunderstorms, 70 kmph winds over next three days
Heavy rain in Karnataka coastal belt till June 1, says IMD
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IMD issues heavy rainfall warning till June 1
IMD issues red alert for parts Assam, Mizoram & Tripura; heavy rainfall over 48 hrs
IMD issues orange alert for Delhi as heavy rains, gusty winds likely on Friday
Maximum temperature rises to 37.2°C, light rain likely over weekend in Gurgaon
Rains Reign In May As Capital Soaks Up 95% Excess Showers
Thunderstorm and rain likely tomorrow, orange alert issued
Delhi braces for thunderstorms and rainfall as IMD issues alerts
Rain, gusty winds likely in Delhi-NCR over next 2 hours, orange alert issued
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