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Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Delhi and Haryana on Oct 7, IMD Alerts
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 08:37 AM
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The India Meteorological Department has issued a thunderstorm warning for Delhi and the neighbouring state of Haryana on October 7, urging residents to stay alert and avoid outdoor activities.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released an advisory on Saturday, October 7, indicating a heightened risk of thunderstorms across the National Capital Region and parts of Haryana. The warning covers the period from early afternoon to late evening, with meteorologists expecting intense lightning, heavy rain and gusty winds.
Authorities have advised commuters to exercise caution while travelling, especially on highways and in low‑lying areas prone to waterlogging. Schools and offices in the affected zones have been asked to monitor local conditions and consider temporary closures if the weather deteriorates.
The IMD’s bulletin also highlighted that the thunderstorm activity is part of a broader monsoon surge affecting northern India, and residents are urged to keep emergency numbers handy and stay updated through official channels.
While the warning is specific to Delhi and Haryana, nearby states have been asked to stay vigilant as weather patterns can shift rapidly. The department will issue further updates if the situation changes.
Overall, the advisory aims to minimise disruption and safeguard public safety as the region braces for potentially severe weather later in the day.
Authorities have advised commuters to exercise caution while travelling, especially on highways and in low‑lying areas prone to waterlogging. Schools and offices in the affected zones have been asked to monitor local conditions and consider temporary closures if the weather deteriorates.
The IMD’s bulletin also highlighted that the thunderstorm activity is part of a broader monsoon surge affecting northern India, and residents are urged to keep emergency numbers handy and stay updated through official channels.
While the warning is specific to Delhi and Haryana, nearby states have been asked to stay vigilant as weather patterns can shift rapidly. The department will issue further updates if the situation changes.
Overall, the advisory aims to minimise disruption and safeguard public safety as the region braces for potentially severe weather later in the day.