Himachal Pradesh Faces Intermittent Rain and Yellow Alert: Met Office Predicts Heavy Downpour

Himachal Pradesh continues to receive intermittent rains as the meteorological department issues a 'yellow alert' predicting heavy rainfall in isolated areas later this week. The state has faced significant monsoon impacts since June 27, with reported losses of Rs 177 crores and 25 rain-related fatalities.

Intermittent rain continues to drench parts of Himachal Pradesh, with the Met office issuing a 'yellow alert' on Monday for heavy rainfall expected in isolated areas later this week.

The Shimla-based meteorological department has forecasted wet conditions to persist in the state till July 21. Recent rains have hit various regions, with Sundernagar recording the highest at 36.8 mm.

Since the monsoon's onset on June 27, the state has incurred losses amounting to Rs 177 crores, with 25 reported fatalities due to rain-related incidents, according to the state emergency operation centre.

(With inputs from agencies.)