Heavy Rain Hits Delhi, Red Alert Issued For Thunderstorms, Lightning
The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Delhi due to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. The sudden weather shift disrupted local celebrations and prompted warnings for residents to seek shelter.
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Extreme weather events in urban centers highlight infrastructure vulnerabilities and the need for effective disaster management systems.
Heavy rains lashed several parts of the national capital on Friday as dark clouds shrouded Delhi, prompting the weather office to issue a red alert warning of intense rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds later in the day.People out for Janmashtami celebrations were caught in the sudden downpour, with rain-soaked roads, umbrellas dotting the streets and people rushing for shelter as the showers intensified.According to the IMD's three-hourly rainfall data, Palam recorded 3.4 mm of rain between 11.30 am and 2.30 pm, while Najafgarh received 0.5 mm between 8.30 am and 11.30 am.
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