Heavy Rainfall Alerts Issued Across 12 Districts In Gujarat Today
Ahmedabad: The monsoon has made a powerful impact across Gujarat this year. Since its arrival on June 16, the rains have swept rapidly through the state, drenching every region within just eight days. What began as scattered showers has quickly turned into widespread downpours, bringing with it a substantial 18% of the season’s average rainfall. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued fresh warnings, placing multiple districts on alert as the state braces for a prolonged wet spell today.
The districts currently under alert include Amreli, Bhavnagar, Botad, Aravalli, Mahisagar, Anand, Panchmahal, Dahod, Vadodara, Bharuch, Navsari, and Valsad. These areas are expected to witness intense rainfall activity that could impact daily life and raise the risk of waterlogging and localized flooding.
The downpour over the past weekend was particularly intense. Between Saturday morning and Sunday morning, as many as 165 talukas across the state recorded rainfall. The heaviest showers were reported in Jodia in Jamnagar, where 7 inches of rain fell, and Mendarda in Junagadh, which received 6 inches. Over 50 talukas received more than an inch of rainfall. The effects were immediately visible, with water accumulating on roads and rivers swelling due to the sudden influx. In cities like Surat, heavy rainfall began late Sunday night, flooding the streets within minutes and disrupting evening commutes.
Different regions of Gujarat have seen varying levels of rainfall so far. Saurashtra leads with 24% of its seasonal average already fulfilled, followed by Kutch at 21%, South Gujarat at 15%, and North Gujarat at 14%. Botad district has seen the most dramatic spike, recording over 50% of its average monsoon rainfall. Several other districts, including Anand, Bhavnagar, Amreli, Surendranagar, and Morbi, have all surpassed 25% of their seasonal averages.
As the rain continues to pour, the water levels in several dams and reservoirs have begun to rise significantly. In response, the administration has issued alerts and is urging residents in vulnerable areas to stay cautious. People living in villages close to overflowing water bodies have been advised to stay away from riverbanks.
District officials and disaster response teams are closely monitoring the situation, especially near riverbanks and low-lying areas where the risk of flooding is high. With more rainfall expected in the coming days, movement near rivers has been restricted, and all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the safety of local communities.