Fresh rain lashed Delhi and nearby NCR cities on Thursday morning, causing waterlogging and slow-moving traffic in several areas. Rain was reported from areas including New Delhi Railway Station, Munirka, and nearby localities, resulting in waterlogging at multiple locations. The rainfall brought relief from the recent hot and humid weather but also affected the morning commute. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, Gurugram and Faridabad, while Noida and Ghaziabad remain under a yellow alert, with more heavy rain expected through the day.
Which Areas Are Under IMD Alert?
The IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi, Gurugram and Faridabad, warning of heavy rainfall during the day. A yellow alert has also been issued for Noida and Ghaziabad, where moderate to heavy showers are expected.
Heavy rain led to waterlogging on several roads, slowing traffic across Delhi-NCR. The Delhi-Gurugram Expressway witnessed long traffic jams due to flooded stretches, while commuters also faced delays on other major roads during peak office hours.
Why Did Gurugram Police Issue A Work-From-Home Advisory?
To reduce traffic congestion caused by continuous rainfall, Gurugram Police advised private companies to allow employees to work from home wherever possible for the next few days. Authorities also issued a traffic advisory after a portion of the Delhi-Jaipur Highway (NH-48) near Narsinghpur caved in because of heavy rain. Two lanes have been closed, and commuters have been advised to avoid the affected stretch.
Wednesday’s heavy rain caused widespread disruption across Delhi-NCR. Several areas experienced severe waterlogging, flooding and traffic congestion. In Delhi’s Rohini, one person died after a building collapsed during the rain. Rescue teams reached the spot and rescued several people trapped under the debris. Gurugram was among the worst affected areas, receiving over 115 mm of rainfall in just 33 hours.
What Is The Weather Forecast?
According to the IMD, fairly widespread rainfall is likely to continue across Delhi, Haryana, Chandigarh and western Uttar Pradesh until July 10. Northeast Uttar Pradesh is expected to receive rain until July 13, while parts of eastern Rajasthan may witness heavy rainfall on July 9. The weather department said the continued rainfall is expected to bring further relief from the uncomfortable humidity experienced over the past few days.
The Centre said India’s overall rainfall deficit has narrowed to 12%, with the first week of July recording above normal monsoon rainfall. During a high level review meeting chaired by Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister PK Mishra, officials assessed the progress of the kharif season and preparations for the possible effects of El Niño. The Centre also said that an El Niño year does not always result in below-normal rainfall and expressed confidence about this year’s monsoon season.
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