New Delhi: Large swathes of North India, including the national capital region, are bracing for an intense spell of rainfall and thunderstorms over the next few days as active monsoon conditions continue to grip the region.
According to fresh alerts issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), persistent monsoon low-pressure systems are triggering widespread precipitation across Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana.
Delhi-NCR Braces for Rain and Traffic Snarls
Residents in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad woke up to overcast skies and cool breezes, signaling the arrival of a fresh rain system. The weather agency has placed the capital region under a yellow alert, forecasting moderate to heavy intermittent showers accompanied by lightning and gusty surface winds.
The continuous wet spell is expected to lower temperatures across the national capital, offering relief from recent humid conditions. However, civic authorities have advised commuters to plan their travel carefully due to the potential risk of waterlogging, poor visibility, and traffic slow-downs in low-lying urban sectors.
Widespread Downpours Across Northern States
Beyond the capital, neighboring hill and plain states remain on high alert:
Uttarakhand & Himachal Pradesh: The IMD has highlighted heightened vulnerability in Himalayan states. Heavy rainfall across mountain slopes increases risks of localized landslides, flash floods, and temporary highway blockages.
Punjab, Haryana, & Western UP: Agricultural and rural areas are likely to see steady downpours and lightning strikes, prompting local administrations to issue safety advisories for farmers working in open fields.
Safety Advisories Issued
Disaster management teams and local authorities have urged people in vulnerable locations to take precautionary measures:
Avoid taking shelter under isolated trees, high-voltage utility structures, or weak installations during lightning storms.
Keep distance from waterlogged roads, open drains, and underpasses prone to quick flooding.
Monitor live weather updates and municipal traffic advisories before commuting.
With the monsoon remaining aggressive in early September, weather officials expect wet conditions across northern India to persist through the weekend before tapering off gradually.
