Particularly vulnerable in the Himalayan region due to flash floods and landslides triggered by heavy monsoon rains.
Floods occur along the Ganges and its tributaries, affecting districts like Allahabad, Varanasi, and eastern Uttar Pradesh during the monsoon season..
The flood-prone areas include districts along the Ganges, Gandak, and Kosi rivers, leading to extensive flooding and displacement of communities.
Floods are frequent in the Brahmaputra River basin, affecting large parts of the state, including districts like Dibrugarh, Jorhat, and Goalpara.
The Sundarbans delta and coastal areas are prone to flooding from cyclones, tidal surges, and heavy monsoon rains, impacting districts like South 24 Parganas and North 24 Parganas.
Floods occur along the Narmada and Sabarmati rivers, exacerbated by heavy monsoon rains and cyclonic activity in the Arabian Sea. Districts like Bharuch and Vadodara are often affected.
Mumbai and surrounding areas experience urban flooding due to heavy rains and inadequate drainage systems. Coastal districts like Ratnagiri and Raigad are also susceptible to flooding.
Heavy monsoon rains and hilly terrain contribute to landslides and flash floods in districts like Wayanad, Idukki, and Malappuram.
Coastal areas and river basins like the Cauvery are prone to flooding during monsoon seasons. Chennai and districts like Nagapattinam and Thanjavur are vulnerable.
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