Prediction of heavy rain: Along with the forecast of rain, Yellow Alert, Orange Alert and Red Alert are also issued by the Meteorological Department in monsoon. The Meteorological Department does not issue alerts of different colors just like that. People may think that a red alert means heavy rain is predicted, but people should be prepared when a red alert is issued. Let us know when this alert of heavy rain is issued in monsoon and what should people do when the alert is issued? There is forecast of heavy rain in monsoon. The month of June remained completely calm. Meghraj caused massive devastation in various states across the country since the beginning of July. In some areas, a situation of waterlogging arose in the very first rain. If there is a possibility of heavy rain, the Meteorological Department issues alerts along with forecasts. Yellow, orange and red alerts are often issued in alerts. On the basis of these 3 alerts, various administrations, relief agencies and general public also have to take necessary steps. So let us tell you what it means if a red alert is issued in your area and what preparations you should make. The Meteorological Department issues three types of warnings: yellow, orange and red warning. These warnings are set based on the amount of rainfall expected in 24 hours. For example, if 64.5 to 115.5 mm of rainfall is forecast in 24 hours, a yellow warning is issued, meaning stay alert. If 115.6 to 204.4 mm of rainfall is forecast in 24 hours, an orange warning is issued, which means prepare in advance. And when there is a possibility of rainfall of 204.5 mm or more, a red warning is issued. This means that the environment is dangerous and loss of life or property may occur. Therefore, make necessary preparations and take immediate action. What preparations should be made if a rain warning is issued? If a red alert is issued for rain in your area, you should make preparations as shown below to avoid major losses. – Keep things like torch, power bank, candle nearby. – Stock up on dry food and drinking water. – Keep essential medicines and first aid kit ready. – Make arrangements to protect essential documents, identity cards (including Aadhaar card) and important files from water. – Move the items kept on the terrace or in open places to a safe place so that they do not get damaged in strong winds. – People living in low-lying areas should move to safe places. – Avoid traveling during red alert. – Park the family vehicle at a safe place. – Follow the instructions given by the security agencies.
