Monsoon Fury: City Chokes Under 86mm Downpour, Sukhna Lake Overflow
Chandigarh grappled with severe traffic snarls on Friday evening, August 8, 2025, as heavy rainfall lashed the city. The downpour, measuring a substantial 86mm, inundated roads and brought vehicular movement to a standstill during peak hours.
The deluge forced authorities to open the floodgates of Sukhna Lake, as rising water levels threatened to breach the reservoir’s capacity. This added to the already chaotic situation on the roads.
Adding to the day’s woes, lightning struck a residential house, causing significant damage. The extent of the damage and any injuries are yet to be ascertained.
The incident highlights the vulnerability of the city’s infrastructure to intense rainfall. The need for improved drainage systems and disaster preparedness measures is now more pressing than ever, especially with the monsoon season still underway.
