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Hailstorm and Heavy Rains Batter Himachal Pradesh As Yellow Alert Issued
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News18•07-10-2026, 19:45
Hailstorm and Heavy Rains Batter Himachal Pradesh As Yellow Alert Issued
- •A severe hailstorm struck Shimla alongside light to heavy rains across several regions of Himachal Pradesh.
- •The meteorological department issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds reaching up to 50 kmph in isolated areas.
- •Palampur recorded the highest rainfall at 82.7 mm, while other regions like Sarahan, Kothi, and Shimla also experienced significant downpours.
- •Commuters on the Shoghi-Dhalli bypass narrowly escaped injury when a landslide occurred near Dhalli, temporarily closing the road before it was cleared.
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The Shimla met office issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds ranging from 30 to 50 kmph in isolated parts of Himachal Pradesh for Thursday and Friday.
Palampur received the highest rainfall at 82.7 mm over a 24-hour period. Kukumseri recorded the lowest nighttime temperature at 2.9 degrees Celsius, while Una recorded the highest daytime temperature at 32.2 degrees Celsius.
A landslide occurred near Dhalli on the Shoghi-Dhalli bypass while two vehicles were crossing the stretch, giving commuters a narrow escape. Although the road was briefly closed, police confirmed there were no injuries or vehicle damage, and the road was later restored.
