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India News Live Updates: Monsoon update: Bengaluru breaks 133-year record for single day rainfall in June
In a surprising turn of events, Bengaluru has broken a 133-year-old record for single-day rainfall in June. The city received a whopping 140.7 mm of rainfall on June 1 and June 2, surpassing the monthly average for June. This record-breaking rainfall has caught the attention of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), who confirmed that this amount of rainfall is unprecedented for this time of the year.
The previous record for the highest rainfall in June was set in 1891 with 101.6 mm of rainfall. Bengaluru’s recent downpour has not only broken this record but has also highlighted the city’s vulnerability to extreme weather events.
The IMD has issued warnings for heavy rainfall in the coming days, urging residents to stay safe and take necessary precautions. The unexpected weather pattern has raised concerns about the city’s infrastructure and preparedness for such intense rainfall.
As Bengaluru grapples with the aftermath of this record-breaking rainfall, experts are emphasizing the need for better urban planning and drainage systems to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events in the future. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
