Delhi Schools Close, Flights Diverted as Heavy Rain Causes Severe Waterlogging

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:34pm on 31 Jul 2024,Wednesday India

Heavy rain in Delhi has led to significant disruptions, with over 100 mm of rainfall recorded in just one hour. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert, predicting more heavy rain in the next 24 hours. Multiple areas, including Lutyen's Delhi and Kashmere Gate, are severely waterlogged. The Delhi government has announced school closures for Thursday. Ten flights were diverted, and traffic disruptions were widespread. Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. Delhi's Lieutenant Governor has urged officials to stay vigilant to minimize public inconvenience.

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