IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Delhi Amid Western Disturbance and Rain
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a Yellow Alert for Delhi and the NCR due to an active Western Disturbance, warning of strong winds, thunderstorms and cooling temperatures in the coming days.
IMD has released a Yellow Alert for Delhi and the NCR, predicting strong winds and thunderstorms. Heatwave warnings remain in place for parts of western Rajasthan and Gujarat.
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The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has announced a Yellow Alert for the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR) as a Western Disturbance moves into north‑western India. The alert predicts a significant chance of dust‑laden storms, thunder and lightning, accompanied by rainfall in the next few days.
According to the IMD, the Delhi area will experience wind speeds ranging from 40 to 60 kilometres per hour. The accompanying cloud cover and potential showers are expected to lower temperatures, bringing relief from the intense heat.
States and regions likely to be affected include:
- Plains: Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, western Uttar Pradesh and parts of Rajasthan are anticipated to receive thunderstorms and rain.
- Mountain areas: Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand may experience deteriorated weather conditions and a drop in temperatures at higher elevations.
While rainfall is expected in the northern states, the warning remains in force for a heatwave across western Rajasthan and Gujarat for the next seven days. The IMD advises avoiding direct sunlight during midday and maintaining hydration.
In southern India, the IMD has noted that cyclonic activity from the east will intensify. Heavy rainfall, thunder, lightning and strong winds are likely to continue for about a week in Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karikal.
Given these weather conditions, the IMD recommends that travelers and farmers remain vigilant, especially in areas prone to strong storms and lightning.
