The national capital experienced a dramatic weather shift on Monday morning as heavy rainfall and thunderstorms lashed various parts of Delhi. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) responded swiftly by issuing critical weather alerts, including red and orange warnings, across several districts of the city.
IMD Issues High-Level Alerts for Multiple Delhi Districts
According to official IMD statements, a red alert—indicating the highest level of weather warning—was issued at 11:10 am for specific areas. The districts under this severe alert include North West Delhi, West Delhi, South West Delhi, Outer North Delhi, and certain parts of Central Delhi. This red alert signifies that residents in these regions should prepare for extremely heavy rainfall and potentially dangerous weather conditions.
Orange Alerts Extend Across Broader Delhi Region
In addition to the red alerts, the IMD has also issued orange alerts for other districts across Delhi. These orange warnings indicate that heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected, though the severity is slightly lower than the red alert areas. The combination of these alerts suggests widespread weather disruption affecting transportation, daily activities, and public safety throughout the capital.
Impact of the Sudden Weather Change
The sudden onset of rain and thunderstorms has already begun to impact Delhi in several ways:
- Transportation Disruptions: Commuters are facing delays and waterlogging on major roads and highways.
- Temperature Drop: The rainfall has brought a significant drop in temperatures, providing relief from recent dry conditions.
- Safety Concerns: Authorities are advising residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay indoors during peak thunderstorm activity.
Meteorological experts attribute this weather pattern to western disturbances interacting with local atmospheric conditions. The IMD continues to monitor the situation closely and will update alerts as necessary throughout the day.
Residents are urged to follow official weather updates and take necessary precautions. The Delhi administration has activated emergency response teams to address any weather-related incidents that may arise from these severe conditions.
