Rain Cools Delhi-NCR but Floods Streets, Triggers Yellow Alert
The IMD has issued a ‘yellow alert’ for Delhi-NCR, warning of potential disruptions due to continued rain.
A refreshing bout of early morning rain washed over Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) on Monday, offering relief from sweltering heat and humidity. However, the downpour also unleashed chaos, with heavy waterlogging snarling traffic across the capital during peak commuting hours.
Light to moderate rainfall drenched multiple areas, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) recording 12.0 mm of precipitation by 8:30 a.m. Visuals from the city showed commuters navigating waterlogged roads and wading through puddles under overcast skies.
The IMD has issued a ‘yellow alert’ for Delhi-NCR, warning of potential disruptions due to continued rain. Authorities are urging residents to exercise caution as the city grapples with the dual impact of much-needed relief and urban flooding.
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