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New Delhi: Heavy rains lashed parts of the national capital on Thursday morning with waterlogging reported in several parts of the city.
A significant monsoon spell swept across Delhi, offering a welcome reprieve from sweltering heat.
In various parts of Delhi witnessed overnight heavy downfall resulted in extensive waterlogging, significantly hampering traffic and pedestrian movement.
The monsoon showers brought down temperatures but also caused minor waterlogging in several areas, affecting normal movement in parts of the city.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'Orange Alert' for Delhi, warning of heavy rainfall in the city through most of the day and urging residents to remain cautious amid the prevailing weather conditions.
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According to the weather department, fairly widespread to widespread rainfall activity is expected to continue over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi and western Uttar Pradesh until July 10.
The IMD has also forecasted a fresh spell of monsoon rain across northeastern Uttar Pradesh until July 13, while eastern Rajasthan is likely to experience similar rainfall activity on July 9.
The heavy rain led to waterlogging at several locations, including the New Delhi Railway Station, Munirka and other parts of the city.
While the showers offered respite from the oppressive humidity, they also caused localised disruptions due to the accumulation of rainwater on roads.
According to data from the weather department, the total rainfall recorded between 8:30 a.m. on July 8 and 5:30 a.m. on July 9 exhibited considerable variations throughout Delhi-NCR.
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Among the various stations in Delhi, Mehrauli experienced the highest rainfall at 83 mm, while Lodi Road received 79 mm, Pusa had 73 mm, Chhatarpur recorded 68 mm, and Mayur Vihar measured 66 mm.
Janakpuri was noted for receiving 62 mm, Narayana 57 mm, Pragati Maidan 46 mm, Najafgarh 42 mm, Mungeshpur 40 mm, Jharoda Kalan 33 mm, and Jafarpur had the least rainfall at 6 mm.
