Heavy rains trigger roadblocks, halt Yamunotri Yatra in Uttarakhand
Chamoli district has also been cut off in parts, with a massive landslide on the Nandprayag–Nandanagar road severing contact with several villages. While the rain has paused, unstable conditions persist.Mussoorie has seen heavy rainfall since Monday night, blanketing the town in fog and lowering temperatures. Though tourists are enjoying the cooler weather, persistent rain and debris have raised safety concerns.Meanwhile, weather conditions are better in Kedarnath and Rudraprayag, allowing devotees to visit normally. Rishikesh has seen only light drizzle and fog, bringing some respite from the heat.Vikasnagar, Pauri, and Tehri are experiencing light rain and fog. Tehri currently has bright sunshine but high humidity, with rain expected by evening. Uttarkashi, though clear, remains on alert after Monday's landslide.advertisementThe India Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain alert from June 24 to 26, forecasting intense rainfall across several districts including Dehradun, Nainital, Tehri, Haridwar, Rudraprayag, and others. Thunderstorms, lightning, and winds of up to 50 km per hour are expected.The Disaster Management Department has advised all districts to stay vigilant and has instructed local administrations to be prepared for any emergency situation. - EndsTrending Reel
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