Severe Weather Hits Delhi NCR with Orange Alert Issued by IMD
Strong wind, dust storm hit Delhi NCR; IMD issues orange alert
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The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad due to strong winds and a dust storm. This weather event follows a recent dust storm in Uttar Pradesh that resulted in over 100 fatalities, with similar conditions expected to persist in the National Capital Region (NCR).
- 01Orange alert issued for Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad due to strong winds and dust storm.
- 02Recent dust storm in Uttar Pradesh caused over 100 deaths across 25 districts.
- 03Winds in Delhi NCR reached up to 100 km/h, disrupting flight operations.
- 04Temperature in Delhi dropped significantly after the storm but is expected to rise later in the week.
- 05Moderate rainfall and thunderstorms are anticipated in the NCR region.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad as strong winds and a dust storm impact the region. This weather warning follows a devastating dust storm in Uttar Pradesh that resulted in over 100 fatalities across 25 districts. Reports indicate that winds in the National Capital Region (NCR) reached speeds of up to 100 km/h, causing significant disruptions, including delays for over 500 flights at Indira Gandhi International Airport. The IMD noted a sharp temperature drop of 10-11 degrees Celsius after the storm hit, but temperatures are expected to rise again later in the week. Residents in various parts of Delhi experienced the dust storm early Friday morning, and moderate rainfall with thunderstorms is forecasted for the next hour.
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Residents in Delhi NCR are facing severe weather conditions that could disrupt daily activities and travel plans.
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