Schools in India are expected to remain open on July 27 unless state or local authorities announce closures due to heavy rainfall forecasts by the IMD; Uttarakhand's Bageshwar district has announced a holiday.
3M India has temporarily suspended manufacturing operations at its Ahmedabad plant due to severe rainfall and flooding. The company informed stock exchanges, stating that restoration will take days, but assets are insured, and no material business impact is anticipated. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited affected areas to review relief efforts.
The Pacific Decadal Oscillation (PDO), a long-term North Pacific climate pattern, is under scrutiny after Gujarat's heavy rainfall. This explainer details how PDO operates, its distinction from El Niño, and its role in influencing monsoon behavior and global weather patterns over decades.
Parts of Wales, including north Wales and Upper Severn, are officially in drought due to record-low river flows and heatwaves, with July set to be the driest in nearly 200 years. This follows similar declarations in England and comes amid wider European drought intensified by climate change, impacting wildlife, farming, and prompting water restrictions.
China's top flood control body held an emergency inter-agency meeting to coordinate disaster prevention for an expected 12th named storm, as widespread intense rainfall and saturated soil increase the risk of flash floods and landslides nationwide.
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has declared drought status for parts of Wales, including North and South Gwynedd, Ynys Môn, Dee, Clwyd, and Upper Severn, due to widespread wildfires, critically low river levels, and successive heatwaves. This marks the first UK region to face such a declaration this summer, impacting wildlife, farming, and water quality.
Hong Kong's July rainfall has already surpassed typical levels by 23%, with a meteorologist warning of more extreme downpours due to global warming. The Observatory expects further rainstorms this weekend as a tropical cyclone approaches, following weeks of heavy rain and numerous warnings.
Ana Aparicio Bahena and Dora Napolitano in Mexico City use rainwater harvesting systems provided by Isla Urbana to combat severe water scarcity, enabling gardening, hygiene, and drinking water access. The systems offer a sustainable solution for low-income and Indigenous communities, complementing government efforts.
Heavy rainfall has caused severe flooding in Shenyang, Liaoning province, leading to school closures, suspended construction, and the shutdown of tourist attractions. In Chengde, Hebei province, roads were destroyed, trapping villagers, with the city still recovering from previous severe weather.
Floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains have affected nearly 48,500 people in Assam and over 94,000 across the Northeast. Villages, agricultural land, and infrastructure are submerged or damaged, displacing thousands and disrupting transportation.
India's monsoon has weakened, widening the nationwide rainfall deficit to 18% after a week of good showers had reduced it. The India Meteorological Department predicts subdued rainfall activity for the next week, potentially impacting sowing activities as many states still report significant deficits.
Floods and landslides triggered by the monsoon have severely impacted Northeast India, affecting nearly 48,500 people in Assam and over 94,000 in Arunachal Pradesh. Villages, agricultural land, and infrastructure are damaged, displacing thousands and causing loss of life and livestock.
The newly opened Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is under scrutiny due to soil subsidence and cracks on cement embankments following heavy rainfall. An NHAI team has been formed to investigate structural quality and address safety concerns before the monsoon intensifies.
Over 200 children and counselors were airlifted from Camp Taum Sauk in Lesterville, Missouri, by the National Guard due to historic rainfall and severe flooding. The rescue involved eight Black Hawk helicopters, and families were reunited with their children at a nearby elementary school.
A weaker-than-normal southwest monsoon could significantly impact India's rural economy, reducing farm incomes, increasing food inflation, and slowing consumption demand, according to S&P Global Ratings. Agriculture, agrochemicals, tractors, and microfinance sectors are expected to face the brunt of the impact.
A landslide near Himkoti on the new Vaishno Devi pilgrimage track in Reasi district, J&K, caused by heavy rainfall, led to a temporary suspension of battery car services. The old route remained unaffected, and authorities are working to clear debris.
A three-year-old girl died in Ghaziabad after falling into accumulated rainwater, while heavy monsoon rains caused a road to collapse in Vasundhara Sector 13, submerging vehicles. Widespread waterlogging and traffic chaos were reported across Noida and Ghaziabad, leading to school closures and criticism of civic infrastructure.
The Southwest monsoon has covered all of India, advancing into Rajasthan, Haryana, and Punjab on Thursday, just one day after the normal date. The monsoon's progress, while covering the entire country, has resulted in a reduced overall deficit but significant deficits remain in 10 states, impacting Kharif crop sowing.
Gurgaon, India's Millennium City, was submerged by heavy rains, turning glass towers into a swamp. Inadequate drainage, vanished dams, and concretization led to widespread waterlogging, traffic chaos, power outages, and even structural damage, highlighting a severe infrastructure crisis despite significant municipal revenue generation.
Uttarakhand is under a Red Alert due to extreme rainfall in Kashipur, with over 200 mm recorded in 24 hours. The weather department forecasts continued heavy to very heavy rain for the next 48 hours, warning of landslides and flash floods in seven districts.
Mumbai received over 1,000 mm of rain in the first week of July, far exceeding monthly averages and highlighting how climate change concentrates rainfall into shorter, more intense bursts, overwhelming urban infrastructure and planning.
Heavy monsoon rains have caused widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and several fatalities across India. Red and orange alerts are in effect for multiple states, with authorities on high alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds.
Hundreds of snakes, including cobras, escaped from flooded breeding farms in Hengzhou, southern China, after Typhoon Maysak caused severe storms and flooding. Warnings have been issued to residents, with reports of snakebite victims and increased anti-venom supplies.
India is experiencing severe monsoon rains, causing widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, landslides, and rescue operations across multiple states. The India Meteorological Department has issued red and orange alerts for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds, with several regions reporting fatalities and infrastructure damage.
