Bhanu P Lohumi
Tribune News Service
Shimla, August 13
The state capital recorded 207.6 mm of rain in the past 24 hours — the highest precipitation in 11 years — leaving a trail of destruction in various parts. A record rainfall ( 122 mm) was earlier witnessed on August 13, 2007. However, the highest (272 mm) was recorded in 1901.
As many as 165 routes of the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) were affected. However, most of the routes had now been restored for traffic, said Shimla DC Amit Kashyap. He added that other blocked roads were expected to be opened by late this evening or Tuesday morning.
The power supply was restored after erecting poles at 19 locations.
Residents and tourists have been advised not to park their vehicle along the hillside. The authorities have ordered the closure of schools on Tuesday.
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