On Friday morning, Delhi-NCR received heavy rains with strong winds. In some areas, hail also fell, causing a drop in temperature and the weather became pleasant. However, people coming to office in the morning faced problems due to rain. This disrupted the general public life.
The route of more than 40 flights has been changed due to weather.
More than 40 flights have been changed due to weather, while around 100 flights have been delayed. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the capital Delhi. According to the Meteorological Department, heavy rains and strong thunderstorms are expected in Delhi and surrounding areas in the next two hours, as well as strong winds at a speed of 70-80 kmph. There is also hailstorm in some areas.
The Meteorological Department says that there will be relief from the heat for the next few days.
The Palam Meteorological Center has confirmed winds at a speed of 74 km per hour. The Meteorological Department says that the heat will be relieved for the next few days and the maximum temperature is likely to be below 40 degrees Celsius.
The Meteorological Department has extended the ongoing red alert for thunderstorms in Delhi till 8.30 am. Along with this, IMD has advised people to stay indoors and keep the doors and shoes closed. IMD has advised not to travel in any way.
Many flights were affected due to weather.
Several flights have been affected at Indira Gandhi International Airport due to strong thunderstorms and heavy rains in Delhi-NCR. In this regard, the airport administration has issued special advice for passengers. Consultation states that some flights at Delhi Airport have been affected due to bad weather. Passengers are requested to contact their respective airlines to get updated information about their flight.