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Delhi Hit by 98 Kmph Storm: Flights Diverted!
14 May
Summary
- Winds up to 98 kmph and hailstorms struck Delhi, causing a 10°C temperature drop.
- Six Delhi-bound flights were diverted, and over 500 flights experienced delays.
- Temperatures are expected to rise again, reaching up to 42°C by Sunday.
Delhi experienced a dramatic weather event on Wednesday night as intense thunderstorms, accompanied by winds up to 98 kmph and hailstorms, swept across the city. This sudden downpour led to a significant drop in temperature, with mercury levels falling by as much as 10 degrees Celsius in some areas.
The severe weather conditions disrupted air travel, causing six Delhi-bound flights to be diverted to other cities like Chandigarh, Jaipur, and Lucknow. Additionally, over 500 flights faced delays throughout the day due to the adverse weather.
Following the storm, which brought gusts of wind and hail to parts of the city, temperatures plummeted. For instance, at Safdarjung, the temperature dropped from 35 degrees Celsius to 25 degrees Celsius. Looking ahead, the India Meteorological Department forecasts a gradual rise in temperatures over the next six days, with maximum temperatures expected to reach between 38 and 40 degrees Celsius on Thursday and potentially hitting 42 degrees Celsius by Sunday. Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate category with an AQI of 147.
