Three Digit Rainfall recorded over Northeast India, Jalpaiguri flooded

August 31, 2015 2:55 PM|

Three Digit Rainfall recorded over Northeast India, Jalpaiguri floodedSince the past few days, rainfall has remained confined mainly over Northeast India. Due to heavy showers in the region, many places have been recording three-digit rainfall in the last two to three days. The situation has been the same during the last 24 hours as well.

Rain has been heavy over Sikkim, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, Assam,Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh. Also, scattered rain of varying intensity has also been observed over many parts of the aforementioned areas as well.

In the last 24 hours from 8:30 am on Sunday, many areas have received rainfall in three digits. For instance,Cherrapunjiin Meghalaya recorded a whopping 387.4 mm of rain. Also,NongstoinandJowaiin the same state received a good 175 mm and  155 mm, respectively.

Assam, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, andArunachal Pradeshalso recorded very heavy Monsoon showers. In a span of 24 hours, Mushalpur in Assam received 163 mm of rain, whilePasighatin Arunachal Pradesh recorded 138.9 mm of rainfall.

Jalpaiguri, which is situated in West Bengal observed a whopping 149.8 mm of rain. This heavy spell has led to a flood like situation in the city. Incessant rains have resulted in the rising of the water levels in three rivers including Duduya, Karala, Tista and Duduya.

Also, four blocks including Dhupguri, Rajganj, Jalpaiguri, and Mal are under water. More than 2000 people have been severely affected so far with many of them taking shelter in the embankments. Rescue operation has been started by the district administration.

Heavy rains are expected to continue in the region for another 24 hours or so. Also, areas receiving very heavy rain have been advised to exercise caution and be prepared.

Image Credit: telegraphindia.com

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