Delhi Braces for Rain and Strong Winds as IMD Issues Yellow Alert
Delhi to see rain, strong winds in next few hours; IMD issues yellow alert
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Delhi is expected to experience rain and thunderstorms in the coming hours, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue a yellow alert. Wind speeds could reach up to 50 km/h, with temperatures forecasted to drop from 38.6°C to between 35-37°C by Monday.
- 01IMD has issued a yellow alert for rain and thunderstorms in Delhi.
- 02Wind speeds may reach up to 50 km/h in isolated areas.
- 03Temperatures are expected to drop from 38.6°C to 35-37°C by Monday.
- 04No heatwave conditions are anticipated for the next few days.
- 05A western disturbance may bring additional rainfall from May 3 to May 5.
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Delhi is set to witness rain and thunderstorms, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for the capital. Wind speeds could reach 50 km/h in certain areas. Following recent rainfall, temperatures, which peaked at 38.6°C, are expected to decrease to between 35-37°C by Monday. The IMD has indicated that no heatwave conditions will occur in the coming days, thanks to the rain and generally cloudy skies. Light rainfall was recorded in various parts of Delhi over the weekend, including 0.6 mm at Safdarjung and 0.7 mm at Palam. Additionally, the IMD predicts the possibility of another western disturbance bringing further rain from May 3 to May 5, with thunderstorms expected to continue intermittently until May 6.
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Residents should prepare for potential disruptions due to rain and strong winds, which could affect daily activities and travel.
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