Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:12pm on 27 Aug 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
At least 12 people have died and 11 are missing due to severe rainfall in Gujarat and southern Rajasthan over the past 48 hours. Heavy showers have caused reservoirs to overflow, prompting flooding and displacement of thousands. Schools are closed in affected areas. The intense rainfall, driven by a deep depression, has led to significant damage, with over 20,000 people impacted in Gujarat alone. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued heavy rains and potential flooding in the coming days.