Heavy rainfall is expected to continue across Himachal Pradesh on Thursday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing an orange alert for Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur districts and a yellow alert for Mandi, Hamirpur, Bilaspur and Chamba.
Orange and Yellow Alerts Issued for Himachal Districts
According to the Meteorological Centre in Shimla, Shimla, Solan and Sirmaur are likely to receive heavy rainfall through the day, while the remaining districts are expected to witness light to moderate showers. The weather office said minimum temperatures are likely to remain near normal, while maximum temperatures may fall by 2°C to 6°C over the next 24 hours.
Temperature Readings Across Major Towns
Among major towns, Dharamshala recorded the highest minimum temperature at 21.6°C, followed by Mandi (23.3°C), Kangra (23°C), Bilaspur (24°C), Paonta Sahib (25°C), and Sundernagar (22.4°C).
Our Take: Stay Prepared as Heavy Rain Continues
In our view, the orange alert for Shimla, Solan, and Sirmaur signals that residents and travelers in these districts should take precautions. Heavy rain can lead to landslides, waterlogging, and travel disruptions. The yellow alert for other districts also means caution is needed. With temperatures expected to drop, it is wise to plan accordingly and avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas.