Heavy rainfall in Guwahati on August 5 caused flooding and traffic disruption, leading to closure of schools and delayed commuters.
Heavy rainfall in Guwahati, Assam, led to flooding and traffic disruption on August 5, causing the Kamrup Metropolitan Deputy Commissioner to order the closure of all educational institutions in the city on August 6. The flooding disrupted travel, with many commuters delayed by waterlogged streets and some spending the night in their offices. Guwahati, a major commercial hub, is prone to significant flooding after heavy rainfall, despite government efforts to clean blocked drains before the monsoon season.
August 05, 2024
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