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Heavy Rain Brings Relief to Chandigarh, Panchkula, Mohali After Sweltering Heat
✍️ Amar Ujala · Mohali
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 04:04 PM
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Sunday’s heavy showers in Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali eased the oppressive heat that had plagued the region for days.
Sunday afternoon saw intense rainfall across the Chandigarh, Panchkula and Mohali region, bringing much‑needed relief after several days of oppressive heat.
Meteorological alerts were issued earlier in the day as the weather system moved over the tri‑city area, prompting local authorities to advise residents to stay indoors and secure outdoor items.
The downpour was reported to have started in the early afternoon and persisted for several hours, with some areas experiencing brief flooding on main roads.
Residents noted a sharp drop in temperature and humidity, with the heat index falling to more comfortable levels by evening.
Local traffic and transport services resumed normal operations by late evening, as the rain tapered off and skies cleared.
Meteorological alerts were issued earlier in the day as the weather system moved over the tri‑city area, prompting local authorities to advise residents to stay indoors and secure outdoor items.
The downpour was reported to have started in the early afternoon and persisted for several hours, with some areas experiencing brief flooding on main roads.
Residents noted a sharp drop in temperature and humidity, with the heat index falling to more comfortable levels by evening.
Local traffic and transport services resumed normal operations by late evening, as the rain tapered off and skies cleared.