- Light to moderate rain with thunderstorms and winds of 40-60 kmph hit parts of Delhi
- IMD issued an Orange Nowcast Warning for intense rain and thunderstorm activity in Delhi
- Fresh snowfall occurred in Gulmarg, Kashmir Valley, and Manali, affecting flight operations
Light to moderate rain was witnessed across several parts of Delhi, accompanied by rumbling thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds, this morning. The weather office in its updates said cloudy conditions are likely to continue through the day.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an 'orange' warning at 4:50 am and said that multiple pockets of Delhi are likely to witness a burst of showers along with moderate thunderstorm activity.
Areas expected to be affected include Narela, Bawana, Alipur, Burari, Kanjhawala, Rohini, Badli, Model Town, Azadpur, Pitampura, Mundka, Pashchim Vihar, Punjabi Bagh, Rajouri Garden, Jaffarpur, Najafgarh and Dwarka. These regions may see short but intense spells of rain, accompanied by lightning and fast-moving winds.
Another spell of very light to light rain is likely towards the afternoon or evening.
The rainfall is expected to bring the temperature down in Delhi and nearby areas.
Fresh Snowfall Blankets Kashmir Valley
The famous ski resort of Gulmarg and a few other areas in the Kashmir Valley also received fresh snowfall, with high-speed winds sweeping Srinagar and other plains.
Fresh snowfall started in Gulmarg in north Kashmir's Baramulla district late Thursday evening, the officials said, as a strong western disturbance made an impact in Jammu and Kashmir.
Due to ongoing snowfall, Srinagar Airport has said that it may take longer than expected for flight operations to return to normal.
Train operations were also hit, and a key highway, Srinagar to Jammu, was also blocked due to snowfall.
Himachal Pradesh's Manali also witnessed fresh snowfall, covering the hill town in a white blanket.
Fresh snowfall in Manali has brought a wave of joy to the region.
(With inputs from agencies)
