Delhi Faces Severe Weather: IMD Issues Orange Alert for Thunderstorms and Hailstorms
Delhi Weather Alert: IMD issues orange alert for thunderstorms, rain and hailstorm; strongs winds up to 70 kph likely
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and isolated hailstorms in Delhi, with strong winds expected to reach up to 70 km/h. This weather pattern is predicted to bring significant rainfall and a drop in temperatures, providing relief from the ongoing heatwave.
- 01The IMD warns of thunderstorms and hailstorms across Delhi, with winds gusting up to 70 km/h.
- 02Temperatures in Delhi reached as high as 44.3 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, with relief expected after May 29.
- 03Thunderstorm activity is predicted to continue through the night and may persist until May 30.
- 04Factors contributing to this weather change include a western disturbance and cyclonic circulation over Rajasthan.
- 05Delhi's air quality remains poor, with several areas recording AQI levels above 250.
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Delhi is bracing for severe weather as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and isolated hailstorms expected to hit the national capital on Thursday evening. Winds are forecasted to reach speeds of 50-70 km/h, with thunderstorms already developing in northern Rajasthan. This weather system, attributed to a combination of a western disturbance, cyclonic circulation, and moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal, is anticipated to bring significant rainfall and a much-needed drop in temperatures, projected to decrease by 5 to 7 degrees Celsius after May 29. The IMD expects the thunderstorms to persist through the night and potentially impact daily life in Delhi. Despite the storm's arrival, Delhi has been experiencing extreme heat, with temperatures recorded at 44.3 degrees Celsius. Residents are advised to stay alert due to the risk of heavy rain and strong winds. Meanwhile, the southwest monsoon is expected to reach Kerala soon, with its arrival in Delhi estimated around June 27.
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Residents may face disruptions due to heavy rain and strong winds, affecting daily activities.
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