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Delhi Faces Heavy Rainfall Amid IMD Orange Alert
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🗓 05 Sep 2026, 01:35 PM
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Delhi is experiencing intense rainfall as the Indian Meteorological Department issues an orange alert for the capital.
Delhi is under a severe weather spell as the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for the national capital, signalling heavy rainfall and the risk of flooding.
Meteorologists predict sustained downpours across the city, with some areas reporting rainfall amounts exceeding 100 mm in a single day. The alert urges residents to exercise caution, especially in low-lying and flood-prone districts.
Traffic authorities have advised commuters to avoid non-essential travel, and several metro lines have temporarily reduced service frequency to accommodate the weather conditions. Local hospitals have been on high alert for potential water‑related incidents.
The IMD has urged citizens to stay informed through official channels and to prepare for possible disruptions in power and water supply. Residents are advised to keep emergency kits ready and to avoid walking or driving through waterlogged roads.
The orange alert will remain in effect until the weather stabilises, with the IMD monitoring the situation closely and updating the public as necessary.
Meteorologists predict sustained downpours across the city, with some areas reporting rainfall amounts exceeding 100 mm in a single day. The alert urges residents to exercise caution, especially in low-lying and flood-prone districts.
Traffic authorities have advised commuters to avoid non-essential travel, and several metro lines have temporarily reduced service frequency to accommodate the weather conditions. Local hospitals have been on high alert for potential water‑related incidents.
The IMD has urged citizens to stay informed through official channels and to prepare for possible disruptions in power and water supply. Residents are advised to keep emergency kits ready and to avoid walking or driving through waterlogged roads.
The orange alert will remain in effect until the weather stabilises, with the IMD monitoring the situation closely and updating the public as necessary.