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Why Southerners Trust the Waffle House Index During Hurricanes

The Waffle House Index uses restaurant operating status to gauge storm severity and community recovery needs across the southeastern United States.

NEWire Desk • 11 Oct 2026

Storm Wreaks Havoc in Assam's Margherita

A powerful storm ripped through Margherita, Assam, on October 9. One home was crushed by a fallen tree, but the occupants escaped without injury.

Bibar Daimary • 9 Oct 2026

Guwahati Monsoon Turns Dangerous as Feels-Like Heat Hits 55.5C

A new IMD study warns Guwahati’s monsoon is getting hotter and drier, with feels-like temperatures reaching dangerous levels of 55.5C.

Bibar Daimary • 5 Oct 2026

Nagaland defies regional dry spell with normal monsoon rains

Nagaland received above-average rainfall during the 2026 monsoon despite widespread drought conditions across East and Northeast India.

Kiyeto Swu • 1 Oct 2026

Meghalaya Grapples With Record Monsoon Rainfall Shortfall

Meghalaya reports a 60 percent monsoon rainfall deficit, sparking urgent concerns over water security as natural springs dry up across the state.

Walrik Marak • 1 Oct 2026

Assam Issues Weather Alerts for Six Districts Amid Storm Threat

The RMC has issued thunderstorm and lightning alerts for six districts in Assam, effective from September 29 to September 30.

Timungpi Terang • 29 Sep 2026

Storms and Heavy Rain Forecast Across Nagaland

Nagaland braces for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds reaching 60 kmph starting September 28 through early October.

Kiyeto Swu • 28 Sep 2026

Sikkim Braces for Heavy Rain as IMD Issues Weather Alerts

Weather officials issued orange and yellow alerts for Sikkim districts as heavy rainfall continues through Friday before clearing up this weekend.

Aiden Bhutia • 24 Sep 2026

Assam Prepares for Heavy Rains as Deep Depression Nears Coast

The IMD warns of heavy rain and flooding in Assam as a Bay of Bengal weather system moves toward the Andhra Pradesh and Odisha coastlines.

Bibar Daimary • 23 Sep 2026

Flash Floods Submerge Homes in Assam's Kaliabor

Heavy rain from Karbi Hills flooded homes and farms in Assam's Kaliabor, displacing over 50 families after 15 years without such a disaster.

Timungpi Terang • 23 Sep 2026

Nagaland Weather Outlook: Storms Expected Through September 26

Nagaland expects settled weather through September 26, though the state disaster agency warns of localized thunderstorms in several districts this week.

Kiyeto Swu • 22 Sep 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Braces for Heavy Rain and Storms

The IMD warns of rain and thunderstorms hitting multiple Arunachal Pradesh districts starting September 22, with conditions easing by September 24.

Rinchen K • 21 Sep 2026

Nagaland Issues Severe Weather Alert for September 19-22

The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority predicts thunderstorms and heavy rain across all districts over the coming four-day period.

Kiyeto Swu • 19 Sep 2026

Arunachal Pradesh Braces for Five Days of Storms

The India Meteorological Department warns of five days of rain and thunderstorms across multiple Arunachal Pradesh districts starting September 15.

Rinchen K • 14 Sep 2026

Nagaland braces for four days of storms and rain

State disaster officials warn of rain and lightning across Nagaland from September 15 to 18, urging residents to monitor official weather updates.

Naro Jamir • 14 Sep 2026

Shillong Streets: Rain Gear Reliance and After-Dark Traffic Chaos

Shillong residents face unpredictable rain with umbrellas and grapple with a surge in dangerous night-time traffic violations.

NEWire Desk • 14 Sep 2026

Mizoram Officials Alert Residents as Heavy Rains Wreck Roads and Water Infrastructure

Heavy rain triggers landslides across Mizoram, cutting off roads and crippling water supplies in Aizawl. Authorities are urging residents to report damages.

Chawngthu Fanai • 9 Sep 2026

Nagaland Prepares for Four Days of Severe Storms

Nagaland faces heavy rain and lightning from September 8 to 11. Authorities warn of landslide risks and high rainfall in Mokokchung and Wokha districts.

Naro Jamir • 7 Sep 2026

IMD Predicts Four Days of Storms Across Arunachal Pradesh

The India Meteorological Department expects rain and lightning across several districts in Arunachal Pradesh starting this Sunday, September 6.

Tani M • 5 Sep 2026

Nagaland braces for heavy storms through September 7

The NSDMA warns of thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across Nagaland from September 4 to 7, urging residents to stay updated via the mobile app.

Naro Jamir • 3 Sep 2026