Uttarakhand Braces for Rain, Snowfall: Dry Spell Ends, Orange Alert Issued

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News18•22-01-2026, 06:35
Uttarakhand Braces for Rain, Snowfall: Dry Spell Ends, Orange Alert Issued
- •Uttarakhand's four-month dry spell is set to end with rain and snowfall expected from January 22.
- •A Western Disturbance will bring light rain and snowfall to high-altitude Himalayan regions, intensifying gradually.
- •An Orange Alert has been issued for January 23 for Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Chamoli, Pithoragarh, and Bageshwar, predicting heavy snowfall above 2800 meters.
- •The change in weather, including moderate to light rain, is expected to continue until January 27, benefiting Rabi crops.
- •Residents and tourists are advised caution, especially in high-altitude areas, due to the heavy snowfall alert.
Why It Matters: Uttarakhand's prolonged dry cold ends with widespread rain and snowfall, bringing relief and an Orange Alert for hills.
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