Flash Flood Risk on Monday, 31 August 2026: Lucknow, Patna and Kolkata on Alert Today
Flash Flood Risk Alert for Monday, 31 August 2026: Lucknow is on high alert due to extreme river flow and expected rain. Patna and Kolkata are on watch for potential flooding. Residents should monitor conditions closely.
Lucknow is on high alert for flash floods on Monday, 31 August 2026, due to significantly elevated river flow and expected rainfall. Residents in Patna and Kolkata are also on watch for potential flooding.
| Cities and Areas on Alert — Monday, 31 August 2026 | ||
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Lucknow
Alert — river flow 2.8× normal — 12 mm rain expected |
Patna
Watch — river flow 1.8× normal — 30 mm rain expected |
Kolkata
Watch — river flow 0.9× normal — 23 mm rain expected — bursts up to 13 mm/hr |
In Lucknow, river flow is forecast to be 2.8 times normal, accompanied by an anticipated 12 mm of rain, necessitating vigilance for severe waterlogging and potential travel disruptions. Patna faces a heightened risk with river flow at 1.8 times normal and 30 mm of rain expected, prompting advisories to avoid low-lying areas. Kolkata is under watch as river flow is near normal at 0.9 times, but heavy rainfall bursts are possible, reaching up to 13 mm per hour, alongside a total of 23 mm forecast, which could lead to localized water accumulation and delays.
This alert is based on river-discharge and rainfall forecast models. Conditions can change rapidly, and authorities advise staying updated on local advisories.
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