Monsoon has fully set in across Madhya Pradesh, with heavy rain lashing most districts. The showers have brought relief from scorching heat and cheered up farmers watching their fields, but in several areas the same rain has turned destructive. Rivers and streams are swollen, and waterlogged roads have thrown daily life out of gear. In Ujjain, the Shipra river rose so sharply that small temples on its ghat were seen partly submerged in the floodwater. At some spots the rainwater flowed with such force that parked vehicles were swept away, with videos of the scenes going viral on social media. On Sunday, July 5, 2026, the weather across the state continues in largely the same pattern.
The Meteorological Centre in Bhopal has issued an orange alert today for Dhar, Mandla, Betul, Barwani, Ratlam, Shajapur, Balaghat, Dindori and Pandhurna districts. Heavy rain is likely across most parts of these districts, with wind speeds expected to touch 40 to 50 kilometres per hour. The weather department has advised residents of these districts to stay alert and avoid stepping out of their homes today unless absolutely necessary.
Yellow alert issued for these districts
Besides the districts under orange alert, the weather department has also issued a yellow alert today for a large number of districts, including:
- Bhopal, Ujjain, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur
- Rajgarh, Guna, Sagar, Datia, Ashoknagar
- Shivpuri, Bhind, Vidisha, Morena, Chhindwara
- Sheopur Kalan, Singrauli, Maihar, Sidhi, Rewa
- Mauganj, Satna, Umaria, Shahdol, Narsinghpur
- Damoh, Anuppur, Narmadapuram, Jhabua, Chhatarpur
- Niwari, Khargone, Raisen, Sehore, Harda
- Burhanpur, Khandwa, Tikamgarh, Alirajpur, Dewas
- Agar, Mandsaur, Neemuch, Seoni, Katni, Panna
According to the weather department, districts under the yellow alert can expect thunderstorm activity along with rainfall ranging from 64.5 to 115.5 millimetres, with wind speeds of 40 to 50 kilometres per hour.
Precautions during thunderstorms and lightning
Given the risk of lightning strikes and storms, the weather department has listed out key precautions for residents:
- Stay indoors during thunderstorms. If stepping out becomes unavoidable, avoid taking shelter under trees or electric poles.
- Unplug electronic appliances at home given the risk of lightning strikes.
- Avoid working in open fields or grounds during storms, and stay away from trees, power lines and construction sites.
- Keep vehicle speed low while driving and maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel.
- Avoid leaning against concrete walls or lying down on concrete floors.
Safety advisory for animals
With heavy rain and storms continuing, the weather department has also issued an advisory for the safety of animals:
- Do not leave animals near open fields, ponds, rivers or other water sources.
- Keep all animals in a safe, covered shed during the night.
- Avoid sending animals out for open grazing during the intense heat of the afternoon.
- Ensure adequate drinking water and shaded areas are available for animals.
- Do not tie animals under trees during lightning strikes or storms.
