Delhi Hit by Heavy Rainfall, Thunderstorm; Power Cuts, Waterlogging Batter City – Watch

Delhi Rain News: The national capital was hit by heavy rain and a severe thunderstorm early Sunday morning, bringing respite from the scorching summer heat. The sudden change in weather brought temperatures down significantly, providing a relief for residents after days of sweltering conditions. However, the heavy downpour also led to waterlogging in several parts of the city.

Car Submerged

Reportedly, a car submerged as heavy rainfall causes severe waterlogging in parts of Delhi.

Waterlogging in Delhi

The sudden change in weather brought a significant drop in temperatures, offering much-needed relief to residents after days of sweltering heat. However, the heavy rain and thunderstorm also caused major disruptions across the National Capital Region (NCR). Heavy waterlogging was witnessed in several parts of Delhi and surrounding areas, with underpasses and key roads severely flooded. Traffic movement was affected as vehicles struggled to pass through waterlogged stretches.

Power disruptions were reported in multiple areas across Delhi following a severe thunderstorm on Sunday morning. The intense weather, which included heavy rain and strong winds, caused trees and branches to fall onto power lines, damaging the electrical infrastructure and resulting in widespread outages. To ensure public safety and prevent electrocution, authorities temporarily suspended electricity supply in the most impacted zones.

Red Alert in Delhi

Earlier, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday issued a red alert for Delhi and nearby areas, warning of strong thunderstorms, rain, and high-speed winds over the next two to three hours. The alert is part of a Nowcast warning based on the current weather conditions.

IMD Warns of Thunderstorm

According to the IMD, a thunderstorm cell is approaching Delhi and adjoining areas from the west/northwest. Under its influence, severe thunderstorm or dust-raising wind activity accompanied by frequent lightning and gusty winds (speed reaching 40-60 km/h or more) will likely affect parts of the city in the next 1 to 2 hours.

The weather department urged residents to take necessary precautions. The IMD has cautioned people to avoid open spaces and not to take shelter under trees. They have also asked citizens to avoid weak walls or unstable structures and stay away from water bodies.

Possible impacts from the thunderstorm include tree uprooting and branch breaking. Crops like bananas and papaya could suffer moderate damage, and dry tree limbs might fall due to strong winds. Dust storms may also occur in some parts of the city.

Recently, on Wednesday, a cloud mass entered North Delhi and moved south-southeastwards, triggering a dust storm and strong winds.

The winds blew at speeds of 50-60 kmph, gusting up to 70 kmph, accompanied by light rainfall earlier in the evening.

The heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms also lashed several parts of Haryana's Karnal.

With inputs from ANI