Heavy Rains Lash Delhi-NCR: Waterlogging, traffic chaos, rising Yamuna trigger flood alerts

Delhi-NCR witnessed heavy rain at September’s start, causing waterlogging, traffic jams, and rising Yamuna levels. IMD forecasts continued light rain; schools shut and flood alerts issued in vulnerable areas.

New Delhi: The month of September has started with heavy and continuous rain in the Delhi-NCR region. According to the report of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), it rained so much on September 1 and 2 that a large part of the average of the entire month was completed in just two days. A total of 53.8 mm of rain was recorded in these two days, which is much more than normal.

Rain is forecast on September 3 as well

According to the Meteorological Department, light to moderate rain is expected in NCR areas like Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad on September 3 as well. There may be strong winds and thunderstorms at many places. Talking about the temperature, the maximum temperature is expected to be around 32 degrees Celsius, and the minimum temperature is expected to be around 22 degrees Celsius.

Reason behind the rain

Meteorologists say that the monsoon trough and cyclonic wind area formed in North India are responsible for this rain. This system is still active, and light rain may continue for the next few days. Apart from this, a low-pressure system moving towards South Rajasthan and Gujarat is bringing more moisture to the weather of Delhi-NCR, due to which there is a possibility of rain.

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Waterlogging and traffic problems

Due to continuous rain, waterlogging has occurred in many areas of Delhi. Roads in major areas like Janakpuri, Najafgarh, ITO, and Pragati Maidan are flooded, causing heavy traffic jams for office goers. Delhi Traffic Police has implemented diversions on some roads and advised people to avoid non-essential travel.

Rising water level of the Yamuna River

The effect of heavy rains has also been seen on the water level of the Yamuna River. On September 3, the water level of the Yamunacrossed the danger mark of 205.33 meters. In view of this, the Delhi administration has issued an alert in flood-prone areas, and relief and rescue teams have been deployed. People living on the banks of the river have been advised to move to safer places.

Impact on schools

Due to heavy rains and waterlogging, it has been decided to keep schools closed on September 3 in the Noida, Ghaziabad, and Jhajjar districts. This step has been taken keeping in mind the safety of children. Many schools have opted to conduct online classes so that the studies of the children are not affected.

How will the weather be in the coming days?

According to IMD, between September 4 and 6, the sky will remain cloudy in Delhi-NCR, and light rain and drizzle will continue. However, the possibility of heavy rain is low during this period. The Meteorological Department is advising people to remain alert.

September has started in Delhi-NCR with rain and its associated effects. While on the one hand the weather has become pleasant, on the other hand waterlogging, traffic, and the rising water level of the Yamuna remain a cause of concern. The administration and citizens need to be vigilant and cautious together.