MP Weather Today: Rain Alert Issued in 12 Districts of Madhya Pradesh, Bhadbhada Dam Opens 5 Gates and Kaliyasot Dam Opens 10 Gates

Bhopal: The monsoon has made a strong entry into Madhya Pradesh, resulting in continuous rainfall in the capital city of Bhopal and several other districts. For the past three days, Bhopal has been experiencing heavy downpours, leading to a significant rise in water levels. The Meteorological Department has issued warnings of heavy rain in the coming days.

Increase in Water Levels:

Due to continuous rain, the water levels in major reservoirs and dams have increased. While this situation is beneficial for water supply, it also raises the risk of flooding. The administration has opened dam gates to facilitate water release and control water levels.

Red Alert Issued for 12 Districts:

The Meteorological Department has announced a red alert for 12 districts due to anticipated heavy rainfall. The affected districts are Datia, Guna, Agar Malwa, Ashoknagar, Bhind, Chhatarpur, Damoh, Dewas, Gwalior, Mandsaur, Morena, and Neemuch. Residents in these areas are urged to stay alert and take necessary precautions.

Gates of Major Dams Opened: gates of all major dams in the state have been opened. In Bhopal, the gates of Kaliyasot, Bhadbhada, and Kolar dams have been opened. Additionally, the gates of Tawa Dam in Narmadapuram and Bargi Dam have also been opened. Due to heavy rain, many roads in several districts are waterlogged, causing disruptions in traffic.

Red Alert for Heavy Rainfall: The Meteorological Department has issued a warning of extremely heavy rainfall in the districts of Sehore, Raisen, Narmadapuram, Narsinghpur, Chhindwara, Seoni, Mandla, Balaghat, Dindori, Anuppur, Sheopur, and Shivpuri. There is also a possibility of thunderstorms and lightning.

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Precautionary Measures for Rain: Given the continuous rain, people are advised to exercise caution. Avoid waterlogged areas and stay indoors. To protect against lightning, avoid standing under tall buildings and trees. If travel is necessary, choose safe routes and follow the instructions issued by the authorities.