Flash Flood Risk on Sunday, 13 September 2026: Lucknow, Nagpur and Surat on Alert Today
Flash flood risk is elevated today, Sunday, 13 September 2026, for Lucknow and Nagpur, with Surat also on watch. These alerts are driven by forecast river flow and expected rainfall totals. Residents should monitor conditions closely.
Lucknow and Nagpur are on a high alert for potential flash flooding today, Sunday, 13 September 2026, due to significantly elevated river flows.
| Cities and Areas on Alert — Sunday, 13 September 2026 | ||
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Lucknow
Watch — river flow 2.1× normal |
Nagpur
Watch — river flow 1.9× normal — 7 mm rain expected |
Surat
Watch — river flow 0.8× normal — 84 mm rain expected — bursts up to 7 mm/hr |
In Lucknow, river flow is forecast to be 2.1 times the normal, posing a considerable risk. Nagpur is experiencing river flow at 1.9 times normal and can expect approximately 7 mm of rain today. Surat is under a watch, with river flow at 0.8 times normal but facing a significant threat from heavy rainfall bursts up to 7 mm per hour, with a total forecast of 84 mm for the day. Residents in these cities should be prepared for potential waterlogging and significant travel disruptions, particularly in low-lying areas.
This outlook is derived from GloFAS river-discharge and rainfall forecast models. Conditions can change rapidly, and continuous monitoring is advised.
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