Assam Weather Alert: 26 Districts Under Yellow Alert for Heavy Rain

Guwahati, Assam: Assam is bracing for another spell of heavy rainfall, with the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Guwahati, issuing a yellow alert for several districts. The warning indicates the possibility of thunderstorms, lightning and heavy showers in parts of the state.

Southern Assam, including Guwahati, is expected to receive significant rainfall. Residents have been advised to remain cautious, particularly during thunderstorms and lightning, and to follow the latest official weather advisories.

🌧️ Districts Under Weather Alert

The districts mentioned in the warning include Bajali, Barpeta, Nalbari, Kamrup, Kamrup Metropolitan, Udalguri, Darrang, Morigaon, Sonitpur, Nagaon, Hojai, Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao, Cachar, Sribhumi and Hailakandi, among others.

The exact districts and validity period of the alert should be checked against the latest RMC Guwahati/IMD bulletin before publication, as weather warnings can change with updated forecasts.

⚠️ Advisory for Residents

• Avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather.
• Take shelter indoors during thunderstorms and lightning.
• Stay away from open areas, isolated trees and electric poles during lightning.
• Keep updated with official weather advisories.
• Residents in vulnerable and waterlogging-prone areas should remain alert.

🌦️ Monsoon Activity Continues

The latest warning comes amid continued monsoon activity across Assam. Heavy rainfall has the potential to cause temporary waterlogging and disruption in vulnerable areas, particularly where drainage is poor.

Residents are advised to follow updates issued by the India Meteorological Department and local authorities rather than relying on unverified information circulating on social media.

Source: Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Guwahati / IMD

Note: Weather conditions and district-wise alerts may change with subsequent official forecasts.