IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Rain and Winds in North India, Including Delhi
IMD forecasts rain and gusty winds across North India; yellow alert issued for Delhi
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts light rain and thunderstorms across North India from May 12 to May 15, with a yellow alert issued for New Delhi. Gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h, potentially up to 60 km/h, are expected, impacting several regions including Punjab, Haryana, and parts of Uttar Pradesh.
- 01Light rain and thunderstorms expected across North India from May 12 to May 15.
- 02Yellow alert issued for multiple districts in New Delhi.
- 03Gusty winds may reach speeds of 30-40 km/h, with occasional peaks at 60 km/h.
- 04Moderate to light rains forecasted in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh.
- 05Jammu-Kashmir, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh also likely to experience similar weather.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light rain and thunderstorms across various parts of North India from May 12 to May 15. A yellow alert has been issued for New Delhi, encompassing Central, South, Southwest, West, Northwest, East, and Southeast Delhi districts due to expected thunderstorms and gusty winds. Wind speeds are anticipated to range from 30-40 km/h, with potential spikes up to 60 km/h. Regions such as Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and parts of Uttar Pradesh will experience moderate to light rainfall. Additionally, Jammu-Kashmir, Ladakh, and Uttarakhand are forecasted to receive scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall or snowfall, along with thunderstorms and gusty winds during this period. Himachal Pradesh is also expected to face similar weather conditions from Tuesday to Thursday.
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Residents in affected areas should prepare for possible disruptions due to gusty winds and thunderstorms, which may impact outdoor activities and transportation.
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