Heavy rain lashes Delhi, ‘red’ warning issued
The Hindu
Delhi on 'red' alert due to heavy rain, causing flooding and traffic congestion, sparking protests for safety measures.
Delhi has been put on a 'red' alert after heavy rain lashed Delhi-NCR on July 31 evening that caused waterlogging and traffic congestion in several areas.
A 'red' warning calls for action and vigilance.
The National Flash Flood Guidance Bulletin has included Delhi in its list of 'areas of concern', the weather office said.
Delhi Lt Governor, in a post on X, said he cautioned officers to remain alert in light of the heavy downpour in Delhi.
"Apart from ensuring minimum inconvenience to people in general, they are advised to specifically address issues at sites prone to waterlogging, including coaching centres," he said in the post.
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