Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) today witnessed a deluge that shattered an 88-year record. Roads are now waterways, and traffic snarls have left commuters stranded. The rain has submerged localities, creating an unprecedented aquatic maze.
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Everywhere you look it's water; Noida's roads are in a terrible state post-rain
Noida Authority annually spends crores to prevent monsoon adversities and waterlogging, yet the reality surfaces post-rain, exposing their claims. Noida's streets are overwhelmed with water, especially near Sector 37 U-turn and beneath the Mahamaya Flyover, causing extensive traffic jams most notably at Kalindi Kunj border, blocking the entire route to Delhi. Despite their efforts, traffic police are struggling to untangle the chaos.
In the wake of the morning showers, Delhi-NCR grapples with jams and waterlogged roads. While the arrival of clouds was eagerly awaited, their overwhelming downpour has left many people lamenting, "This is beyond excess".
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These images depict the situation in Delhi after torrential rains. Records show that Delhi saw 228 mm of rainfall from Thursday morning to Friday, the highest since 1936 on a June day which then saw 235.5 mm. With an average of 80.6 mm rain for the whole month, the past 24 hours have truly been exceptional.
The recent rains have nearly tripled the average, causing significant difficulties for those venturing out for work or office in the morning.
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While the rains have cooled down the heat and humidity, they've also created challenging conditions of waterlogging. It's crucial to take certain precautions during this weather to avoid complications.
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If the weather is foul and thunder roars, it's best to stay indoors. Always carry an umbrella when leaving home during the rainy season, and check for waterlogged areas along your route. Leave extra early to account for possible delays.
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Keep an eye on traffic jams and divert your route if necessary. Avoid traveling by car in flooded areas and postpone lengthy journeys if possible.
The downpour has brought a dip in the temperature, and the weather department forecasts continuous rain in Delhi-NCR for the next seven days.
Bizarre scenes emerge from a waterlogged Delhi - at Azad Market underpass, a bus got stuck due to the water accumulation. Passengers are being rescued from the submerged bus.
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Delhi, already gasping for relief from waterlogging, now reports a collapsed canopy at Terminal One of the Indira Gandhi International Airport. The incident has led to one fatality and two injuries.
All flights from Terminal One have been postponed until 2 PM. A total of 16 departing and 12 arriving flights have been canceled since midnight due to adverse weather conditions.
