Uttarakhand Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Snowfall Predicted; Schools Closed in Several Districts

• Uttarakhand is experiencing changing weather patterns, with snowfall in higher altitudes attracting tourists and benefiting the tourism sector.
• IMD has issued an Orange Alert for heavy rain and snowfall in high Himalayan regions, particularly in Uttarkashi, Bageshwar, Pithoragarh, Dehradun, Nainital, Champawat, and Tehri Garhwal.
• Schools from classes 1 to 12 are closed in Dehradun, Almora, Pithoragarh, and other districts due to the heavy rain alert, prioritizing student safety.
• Chamba is already witnessing snowfall in its higher reaches, with cloudy conditions and rain expected in lower areas, leading to a significant drop in temperature.
• The weather department forecasts light to moderate rain/snowfall in most mountainous districts, with hailstorms and strong winds (40-50 kmph) also expected in some areas.

Why It Matters: Uttarakhand faces severe weather with heavy rain, snowfall, and strong winds, leading to school closures and orange alerts.