A severe hailstorm has hit parts of Delhi-NCR, prompting an Orange alert for Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad. Pictures and videos on social media show large hailstones falling in Ghaziabad and other parts of NCR.
The Delhi weather has impacted operations at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, prompting IndiGo to issue a travel advisory.
Due to bad weather conditions in Delhi and Dehradun, flight operations may be impacted. We understand that extended wait times, both on the ground and onboard, may cause inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your patience.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had forecast very light to light rainfall, thunderstorm accompanied by lightning and gusty winds (40-50kmph) during the afternoon, but it turned out to be an intense hailstorm in several parts of the region.
IMD has issued an orange alert for Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad, predicting rain and thunderstorms on Thursday evening, while Gurugram and Faridabad have also been upgraded to an orange warning. The outer parts of the NCR, like Meerut in Uttar Pradesh, are already under a red alert.
The IMD has forecast partly cloudy skies in the national capital for Friday and Saturday. Thunderstorms with rain are likely from Sunday through Tuesday, so residents in the region will have some respite from the heat that has gripped the area for the last few days.
Weather forecast for neighbouring areas IMD has predicted thunderstorms, strong winds, and rain across many parts of Uttar Pradesh from Thursday. This change will not only provide relief from the heat but will also be considered a sign of the beginning of pre-monsoon activities.
However, with this changing weather, caution is also being urged, as strong winds and thunderstorms can cause damage.
