Gujarat Braces for Heavy Rains: Red, Orange, and Yellow Alerts Issued Across 13+ Districts

Gujarat is witnessing relentless downpours, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued weather alerts for over 13 districts, extending until July 4. The IMD’s latest Nowcast has also flagged a red alert for five districts over the next few hours, signaling intense rainfall. Here’s a breakdown of the weather forecast for the next six days across the state.

Red Alert for Five Districts
According to the IMD’s Nowcast, a red alert is in effect for Kutch, Banaskantha, Patan, Mehsana, and Sabarkantha from 7 PM to 10 PM today (June 28), warning of severe weather conditions during this period.

June 30 Forecast
On June 30, the IMD has issued a yellow alert for 13 districts, including Amreli, Gir Somnath, Bhavnagar, Anand, Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, Bharuch, Narmada, Surat, Navsari, Tapi, Dang, and Valsad. These areas are expected to experience heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms.

July 1-2 Forecast
For July 1 and 2, an orange alert has been issued for Navsari and Valsad, indicating very heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, a yellow alert covers Surat, Tapi, Dang, Gir Somnath, Amreli, Bhavnagar, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Mahisagar, and Dahod, where heavy showers are anticipated.

July 3-4 Forecast
On July 3, Surat, Navsari, and Valsad remain under an orange alert due to the likelihood of very heavy rain. A yellow alert has been issued for Dang, Tapi, Narmada, Bharuch, Vadodara, Chhota Udepur, Amreli, Bhavnagar, and Gir Somnath. On July 4, the yellow alert extends to Banaskantha, Sabarkantha, Aravalli, Amreli, Bhavnagar, Navsari, and Valsad, signaling continued heavy rainfall.

The IMD urges residents to stay vigilant and follow local advisories as Gujarat prepares for this intense monsoon spell.