IMD Warns of Heavy Rainfall and Flash Floods in Tripura

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall in Tripura over the next two days. The rainfall is due to low-pressure conditions over Bangladesh, leading to potential flooding and landslides. Residents in vulnerable areas are advised to take precautions.

Heavy rainfall is expected to continue over Tripura for the next two days, announced the India Meteorological Department (IMD). According to the IMD, the persistent downpour is driven by a low-pressure area over central parts of Bangladesh and its surrounding regions.

The Regional Meteorological Centre in Agartala issued a release indicating that the associated cyclonic circulation extends up to 7.6 km above mean sea level and will likely move north-north-westwards across West Bengal within 48 hours. The monsoon trough now stretches from Sri Ganganagar to a low-pressure area over central Bangladesh.

The IMD warns that visibility may drop due to intense rainfall, causing traffic disruptions. Heavy rain could damage vulnerable structures and may lead to flash floods, waterlogging, and landslides in certain areas. An advisory has been issued for residents in low-lying and landslide-prone areas to take necessary precautions and avoid those regions.

(With inputs from agencies.)