MP Weather Alert: Heavy Rain, Dam Gates Opened in 12 Districts

Madhya Pradesh Weather Update – July 17, 2025

• Rain continues in many parts of Madhya Pradesh on Thursday.

• The state has been witnessing heavy rainfall for the past month.

• As a result, water levels have risen in 54 major dams across the state.

Dams Overflowing:

• Several big dams, like

  • Johila Dam

  • Bargi Dam

  • Bansagar Dam

  • Satpura Dam
    They are overflowing due to continuous rain.

  • Authorities have opened the gates of these dams to release extra water.

Red Alert for Heavy Rain:

• A heavy rainfall warning was issued for 12 districts, including:

  • Gwalior

  • Satna

  • Rewa

  • Shivpuri

  • Sheopur

  • And the nearby areas

Safety Advisory:

• People living in low-lying or riverfront areas should remain vigilant.

• Avoid unnecessary travel, especially near dams and rivers.

• Follow updates from local authorities for safety instructions.

MP Weather Update – July 17, 2025: Rainfall & Dam Alerts Across the State

📍 Rainfall Stats (Last 24 Hours):

• Jabalpur & Gwalior: 1.1 inches of rain in just 9 hours

• Pachmarhi (only hill station): 1 inch of rain

• Mandla: 4.5 inches of rain

• Datia: Over 0.5 inch of rain

🌧️ Other districts with continued rainfall:

• Ratlam

• Ujjain

• Damoh

• Khajuraho (Chhatarpur)

• Rewa, Sidhi, Balaghat

• Shahdol, Shivpuri, Dindori

• Mauganj, Betul, Alirajpur

🌦️ Weather in Bhopal:

• Cloudy skies in the evening

• Light rain was recorded during the night

🚨 Dam & River Updates:

• Alirajpur: Rapid rise in the Ur river water level

• Shahdol: 8 gates of Bansagar Dam opened

• Betul (Sarni): 5 gates of Satpura Dam opened up to 2 feet

⚠️ Safety Tips:

• Stay alert in low-lying and riverside areas.

• Avoid visiting dam areas or water bodies during heavy rain.

• Continue to follow official weather and district alerts.