On Thursday, Noida and Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh, India, experienced severe weather, including heavy rains, gusty winds, and hailstorms, following an orange alert from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The storms brought a significant temperature drop, with maximum temperatures recorded at 36.2°C and minimums at 24.5°C in Gautam Budh Nagar and 25.3°C in Ghaziabad. Residents described rapid weather changes, with strong winds and dark clouds preceding the rain. Hailstorms caused minor damages, particularly in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, and sectors in Noida. The storms were attributed to a cyclonic circulation and an active western disturbance affecting the region. Air quality showed mixed results, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) improving in some areas but remaining high in Ghaziabad. The IMD forecasts partly cloudy skies and rising temperatures in the coming days, with another spell of rain expected between May 4 and 6. Residents are advised to remain cautious as storms can intensify quickly.