High Alert Issued For Landslides In Four Uttarakhand Districts Amid Heavy Rain Forecast

Last Updated:July 07, 2025, 07:02 IST

The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall during this period, significantly increasing the risk of slope failures, mudslides, and road blockages

Authorities have advised residents and tourists to remain cautious. (IANS)

The State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) in Uttarakhand has issued a high-alert warning for potential landslides in four districts—Tehri, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, and Chamoli—following alarming forecasts from the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

According to the SEOC’s bulletin dated July 6, the warning applies specifically to July 7 and 8, with anticipated landslides across several vulnerable subdivisions, including Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Ukhimath, Ghansali, Narendra Nagar, Dhanaulti, Dunda, and Chinyalisaur.

The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall during this period, significantly increasing the risk of slope failures, mudslides, and road blockages in these hilly regions. Authorities have advised residents and tourists to remain cautious and avoid travel to affected areas during the alert window.

Abhro Banerjee

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