Continuous rain across parts of North-West and North India, including Delhi, has provided relief from the heat but has also led to hazardous conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, predicting moderate to heavy rainfall in several regions until early August. Severe weather has resulted in fatalities and infrastructure damage in multiple states, highlighting the dual impact of the ongoing monsoon season.
5 Major Key Points:
- Yellow Alert in Delhi: The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, indicating continued rain and cloudy conditions, with temperatures ranging between 34°C and 26°C.
- Regional Rainfall: Heavy to very heavy rain is expected in regions including Konkan, Goa, Vidarbha, Madhya Maharashtra, and coastal Karnataka. Moderate rain is forecasted for several other states including Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh.
- Weather-Related Fatalities: The ongoing rain has caused multiple fatalities due to landslides, lightning, and flooding. Incidents in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra have resulted in several deaths.
- Severe Rainfall Predictions: Until August 3, states like Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, Western Madhya Pradesh, and Uttarakhand are expected to experience heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.
- Impact on Infrastructure: Heavy rains have led to incidents such as building collapses and flooding, causing significant damage and highlighting the dangerous conditions in affected areas.
