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Delhi Braces for Hailstorm: Red Alert Issued
27 Jan
Summary
- Delhi faces hailstorms, thunderstorms, and heavy rain alerts.
- Cold wave conditions may emerge following the fresh spell of rain.
- Air quality remains in the 'very poor' category, exceeding 300 AQI.
Delhi and its surrounding areas are bracing for a significant weather shift, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing red and orange alerts for Tuesday noon. North and Northwest Delhi are under a red alert, forecasting hailstorms, thunderstorms, and moderate to heavy rainfall. West and Southwest Delhi anticipate thunderstorms with moderate rain, while Central, South, and East Delhi are expected to receive light rain.
The IMD predicts similar weather conditions to persist through Wednesday, with wind speeds potentially reaching 60 km/hr. There is a possibility of cold wave conditions developing across the region due to this fresh rainfall. The forecast for the next seven days indicates a generally cloudy sky, with partial respite expected on January 29 and 31.
As of Tuesday morning, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 8 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, the city's air quality remains a concern, with the AQI hovering in the 'very poor' category, exceeding 300, although some stations reported 'poor' air quality.
