Severe Weather Hits Noida and Ghaziabad with Hailstorms and Heavy Rain
Hails, storms hit GB Nagar, G’bad under orange alert
Hindustan Times
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Severe weather, including heavy rains and hailstorms, affected Noida and Ghaziabad in Uttar Pradesh, India, on Thursday, following an orange alert from the India Meteorological Department. The storms provided relief from the heat, with temperatures dropping significantly, but also caused minor damages and reduced visibility.
- 01Heavy rains and hailstorms hit Noida and Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, on Thursday.
- 02The India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for thunderstorms and gusty winds.
- 03Temperatures dropped by 14°C to 17°C during the storms, providing relief from the heat.
- 04Residents reported strong winds and reduced visibility before the storms.
- 05Minor damages were caused by large hailstones in several areas.
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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.
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The severe weather provided temporary relief from the heat but caused minor damages to property and reduced visibility, affecting daily life.
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