
Thunderstorm-Hailstorm Crush Delhi: Adversely Impact Rail-Road-Air Operations
A severe dust storm, accompanied by strong winds, rain, lightning, and hail, impacted Delhi/NCR last evening, causing significant disruptions and casualties. The storm intensity exceeded expectations, with wind speeds reaching up to 80 km/h and rainfall varying between 5–18.5 mm across the region. While thunderstorm activity may ease briefly, pre-monsoon conditions are expected to intensify from tomorrow, keeping heatwave conditions at bay through May 2025.
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