Delhi Rain: Heavy Showers Cause School Closures and Traffic Chaos
Delhi Rain LIVE Updates: Delhi Education Minister Atishi announced that all schools, both government and private, will remain closed today due to heavy rain.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that clouds gathered over Delhi from all directions. They advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel.
Relief and Challenges from Delhi Rain
Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) experienced heavy rain on Wednesday evening, providing relief from the humid weather but causing significant traffic congestion.
Waterlogging was reported in several places. Airlines issued advisories about flight diversions and asked passengers to leave early and check their flight status.
According to the IMD, intermittent showers are likely in Delhi until August 5. Waterlogging persists in several parts of the city after the heavy rainfall.
Waterlogging and Traffic Issues
Waterlogging has been an issue at several places in Delhi, including the ITO. Workers pumped out water from the Institute of Town Planners, India building.
Patparganj Road experienced traffic issues due to waterlogging near Mother Dairy, Ganesh Nagar. An advise from the Delhi traffic police stated that traffic will be rerouted onto New Patparganj Road in the direction of Laxmi Nagar. The police station on Preet Vihar Road will be the destination for traffic arriving from the Nirman Vihar side.
The Railway Under Bridge on Ram Bagh Road, Azad Market, also faced waterlogging. Consequently, traffic on Veer Banda Bairagi Marg was affected.
Tragic Incident During Delhi Rain
A 23-year-old woman and her three-year-old son died after falling into a drain during the rain in Delhi. This incident raises questions over civic negligence endangering residents' lives. More rain is expected in Delhi today, according to the meteorological department. Heavy showers yesterday inundated large parts of the city, causing severe traffic issues and leaving many people stranded.
Rainfall Statistics
The Salwan station in East Delhi's Mayur Vihar area recorded 147.5 mm rainfall from 8.30 am on Wednesday till 7.15 am on Thursday, according to the IMD.
The Najafgarh station recorded 113 mm rainfall, while the Lodhi Road, Delhi University, and Safdarjung observatories recorded 107.5 mm, 104.5 mm, and 105.6 mm rainfall, respectively.
FAQs
Q: Why are schools in Delhi closed today?
A: Schools in Delhi are closed due to heavy rain causing safety concerns.
Q: What has the IMD advised residents of Delhi?
A: The IMD has advised residents to avoid unnecessary travel due to heavy rain.
Q: How has the rain affected traffic in Delhi?
A: The rain has caused severe traffic congestion and waterlogging in many parts of Delhi.
Q: Were there any tragic incidents due to the rain?
A: Yes, a woman and her son tragically died after falling into an open drain during the rain.
Q: What are the rainfall statistics for Delhi?
A: The Salwan station recorded 147.5 mm, Najafgarh recorded 113 mm, and other stations like Lodhi Road and Delhi University recorded over 100 mm.
The impact of Delhi rain continues to be significant, affecting daily life and posing challenges for residents. Stay tuned for more updates.
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