Heavy rain, thunderstorms lash Delhi; IMD issues 'red' alert
The India Meteorological Department has issued a 'red' alert for Delhi-NCR following heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. The weather event has caused significant waterlogging and brought cooler temperatures to the capital region.
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Extreme weather events in major urban centers like Delhi pose significant risks to infrastructure and public safety, necessitating urgent government response.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms lashed parts of Delhi-NCR early on Monday (October 12, 2026), with the India Meteorological Department issuing a 'red' alert.
The rain brought cooler conditions to the capital and triggered waterlogging in several areas.
The Safdarjung observatory, which provides representative data for Delhi, recorded 40 mm of rainfall till 5.30 am and the Delhi airport received 30 mm, according to India Meteorological Department (IMD) data.
The IMD issued a 'red' alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds reaching up to 60 kmph and heavy rainfall exceeding 15 mm per hour across Delhi till 9 a.m.
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