Archive · 19 Jul 2026
Heavy Rain Causes Flash Floods, Landslides in North Bengal
It has been raining a lot in the north part of Bengal, Sikkim, and Bhutan.
This has made the rivers there very full, and some of them have overflowed, causing flash floods.
The water has also damaged some low-lying areas.
The roads are not safe to travel on, so the government has closed a big road called NH-10 for three days to fix it.
There have been some small landslides, but no one has been hurt.
The government is telling people to be careful and stay away from the swollen rivers.
They are also watching the situation closely to make sure everyone stays safe.
Heavy rainfall in north Bengal, Sikkim, and Bhutan has caused rivers to overflow, leading to flash floods in the Dooars region.
NH-10 is closed for three days for restoration work due to damage from the floods.
Minor landslides have been reported in hill locations, but no major incidents or loss of life have occurred.
Authorities are advising residents near rivers to stay alert and avoid swollen streams.
More heavy rain is expected, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
- Who
- Residents and authorities in north Bengal, Sikkim, and Bhutan
- What
- Heavy rain has triggered flash floods and minor landslides, leading to the closure of NH-10 for restoration work.
- When
- Continuous monsoon rain is expected to continue over the next few days.
- Where
- Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Siliguri, Dooars, Sikkim, and Bhutan
- Why
- Heavy rainfall has increased water levels in rivers, causing them to overflow and damage low-lying areas.
Residents
Authorities
Safety Measures
Residents
Residents are concerned about the safety of living near rivers and the potential for more severe flooding.
Authorities
Authorities are advising residents to stay alert and avoid swollen streams, and are monitoring the situation closely.
- Affected Areas
- Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Siliguri, Dooars, Sikkim, Bhutan
- Rivers Affected
- Torsa and several other tributaries
- NH-10 Status
- Suspended for restoration work
- Duration of Restoration Work
- 3 days
- Reported Incidents
- Flash floods, minor landslides
- Weather Forecast
- Heavy rainfall expected to continue
- Loss of Life
- None reported so far
