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Heavy Rainfall Causes Deaths and Disruption in Northeast India

Heavy Rainfall Causes Deaths and Disruption in Northeast India
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Heavy rain caused a lot of problems in both Meghalaya and Assam.

In Meghalaya, three people died due to landslides and flooding, and a search for a missing couple has been paused.

In Assam, also three women died due to landslide, and many areas are experiencing floods.

The government is providing help and has issued warnings, including a red alert in certain areas.

The downpour has caused major disruptions, with schools and offices closed, and some flights delayed.

Key facts

Location
Meghalaya and Assam, India
Deaths
Three in Meghalaya; Three in Assam
Affected Areas
East Khasi Hills (Meghalaya), Guwahati, Lakhimpur, Chirang, Baksa, Barpeta, Bongaigaon, Bajali, Tamulpur, Darrang and Udalguri (Assam).
Cause
Heavy Rainfall
Government Actions
Compensation announced, red alerts issued, relief and rescue operations underway.

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