Heavy Rain Hits Delhi-NCR, IMD Issues Orange Alert
Delhi-NCR experiences heavy rainfall as IMD issues an orange alert, predicting continued showers and thunderstorms in the region.
New Delhi, October 15 (Udaipur Kiran) : The weather in Delhi-NCR took a sudden turn on Thursday, October 15, with heavy clouds and intense rainfall reported across several areas of the capital. In response, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert, warning of potential thunderstorms, heavy rain, and strong winds.
The IMD forecasts that rainfall is expected to continue on Friday, October 16, indicating that the wet weather may persist for another day. A warning has been issued for moderate to heavy rain in parts of North and Northwest Delhi, with wind speeds reaching 40-50 km/h and gusts up to 60 km/h. Light rain and thunderstorms are also anticipated in other areas of the capital.
This orange alert comes as a welcome relief from the heat experienced in recent days, with the IMD predicting overcast skies and moderate rain throughout the day. The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 29 degrees Celsius, which is a decrease from earlier readings this week.
The rainfall is associated with a western disturbance, a weather system moving eastward from the western regions of India, bringing rain and thunderstorms to the northern parts of the country. Further rain is expected in Delhi and surrounding areas, including Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad, although the intensity and distribution of the rain may vary across regions.
According to the IMD’s forecast, drier conditions are likely to return by Saturday, October 17, with partially cloudy skies and a rise in maximum temperatures to about 32 degrees Celsius. Sunday is expected to be predominantly clear, with further increases in daytime temperatures.
The rainfall may lead to waterlogging on roads, potentially slowing down traffic during peak hours. While the rain could temporarily wash away some dust in the air, any improvement in Delhi’s air quality will depend on the intensity of the rainfall and subsequent wind conditions.
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