IMD Issues Red Alert as Assam Braces for Heavy Rainfall, Thunderstorms

The India Meteorological Department has warned of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms in Assam over the next two days, with the sharpest alert level issued for parts of western and northern Assam.

The Assam State Disaster Management Authority raised a red alert for Kokrajhar and Chirang for Sunday, June 28, 2026. Baksa, Lakhimpur and Dhemaji were placed under an orange alert.

District-level warnings

The district-wise escalation reflects the risk of intense rain moving through vulnerable areas as the monsoon season continues. Officials are using color-coded alerts to signal the need for heightened caution and local preparedness.

The red alert indicates the highest level of concern in the current advisory, while the orange alert signals a serious weather threat that can still cause disruption.

Timing and forecast window

The warnings were issued on Saturday, June 27, for the weather period covering June 28. Times of India reported the red alert for Kokrajhar and Chirang later in the evening, while broader coverage from the Economic Times and Times of India pointed to heavy to extremely heavy rain across Assam and other states on June 28.

What the alert could mean

Assam is especially sensitive to heavy monsoon rain, which can quickly lead to waterlogging, travel disruption and localized flooding. In some vulnerable areas, prolonged rainfall can also increase the risk of landslides.

Residents in the affected districts are being urged to stay alert for further updates from IMD and ASDMA, especially if the alert is revised or additional districts are added.

Authorities are also watching for any reports of flooding, transport disruption, or other impacts once the rain begins.