IMD: Red alert for heavy rain in parts of Himachal on July 20, 21

IMD issued a red alert for heavy rainfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh on July 20 and 21, warning of flash floods and landslides.

On July 20, red alert covers Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, and Sirmaur; orange alert for Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kullu, and Shimla; yellow alert for Solan.

On July 21, red alert extends to Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, Kullu, and Sirmaur; orange alerts for Shimla, Solan, and Hamirpur; yellow alerts for Una and Bilaspur.

Weather system is expected to remain active until at least July 24, with most intense spell on July 20-21.

Orange alert issued for Kangra, Mandi, and Shimla on July 19 for heavy to very heavy rainfall.