North India Rains: Waterlogging led to traffic jams in several areas
According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), heavy rain and extreme weather conditions have been affecting northern India, particularly Delhi, breaking a 40-year rainfall record. A western disturbance prevailing over the region has caused intense rainfall, leading to waterlogging and subsequent traffic jams in various areas of Delhi. In a span of 24 hours, Delhi received 153 mm of rainfall, the highest recorded in a single day in July since 1982.
The IMD has issued predictions for continued heavy to extremely heavy rain in several states, including Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Jammu and Kashmir. The rain has resulted in casualties, with a 58-year-old woman losing her life due to a collapsed ceiling in Delhi, and four individuals losing their lives in rain-related incidents in Rajasthan.
The effects of the rainfall have extended beyond Delhi and Rajasthan. In Himachal Pradesh, landslides and flash floods have caused road blockages in several districts, leading to a “red” alert being issued for seven districts. Southern regions of India, namely Kerala and Karnataka, have also experienced incessant rains, with a “yellow” alert being issued for four districts in Kerala.
Additionally, heavy rain has affected parts of Haryana and Punjab, causing the mercury to drop below normal levels. Chandigarh, the shared capital of the two states, experienced rain throughout the day. The annual Amarnath Yatra has been suspended for three consecutive days due to the inclement weather, leaving numerous vehicles stranded along the Srinagar-Jammu Highway.
In summary, the recent heavy rainfall in northern India, particularly in Delhi and surrounding regions, has caused significant disruptions, including waterlogging, traffic jams, casualties, and the suspension of the Amarnath Yatra. The IMD has issued alerts for several states, indicating the continuation of heavy rain and potential risks such as landslides and flash floods.
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