2024 monsoon season in India caused 1,492 deaths, mainly due to floods (895) and thunderstorms/lightning (597).

During the 2024 monsoon season in India, extreme weather events resulted in 1,492 deaths, primarily from floods (895) and thunderstorms/lightning (597). The season recorded 934.8 mm of rainfall, surpassing the long-term average by 107.6%, with central India experiencing a 19% increase. There were 525 heavy rainfall events and 96 extremely heavy events noted, while some regions, like east and northeast India, saw 14% less rainfall than normal.

October 01, 2024
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