Waterlogging, traffic jams across Delhi-NCR after rain; orange alert issued
What's the story
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, forecasting heavy rainfall throughout the day. This comes after a short but intense spell of rain on Tuesday that left several areas waterlogged in the national capital and surrounding regions. The IMD had earlier predicted light to moderate rain for Wednesday, but the situation has worsened with more downpours expected.
Impact
Waterlogging reported in several parts of Delhi-NCR
The recent showers, following hours of rain on Tuesday, caused waterlogging in several areas of the national capital. Additionally, heavy rain affected the vicinity of Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, but flight operations at the airport remained unaffected. However, traffic snarls were reported across South Delhi, ITO, and Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road due to waterlogged streets.
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Forecast
IMD's latest advisory
The IMD's latest advisory predicts moderate to heavy rainfall with light thunderstorms and winds of 30-40km/h across Delhi and NCR. Parts of Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh are also likely to witness light to moderate rain throughout the day. The weather department has warned of localized flooding on roads, waterlogging in low-lying areas, and closure of underpasses due to incessant rainfall.
Flood risk
Water discharge from Hathnikund barrage crosses 50,000 cusecs mark
Adding to the worries in Delhi, water discharge from Haryana's Hathnikund Barrage has crossed 50,000 cusecs for the first time this monsoon season. This could lead to a rise in the Yamuna water levels in the national capital. The weather department has also warned of minor damage to kutcha houses and huts due to continued rainfall.