Shimla, June 16 -- After days of sweltering heat, Himachal Pradesh finally breathed a sigh of relief on Sunday as light showers graced several parts of the State, providing much-needed respite from soaring temperatures. According to the Shimla Meteorological Department, this change in weather is likely to continue, with rain expected to persist across the state till June 21. Heavy rainfall is also likely in isolated areas on June 20 and 21.
A yellow alert has been issued for 10 districts - excluding tribal regions Lahaul-Spiti and Kinnaur - warning of thunderstorms, rain, and gusty winds until June 19. The department has further predicted a dip of four to five degree Celsius in maximum temperatures over the next few days, offering a signif...