NEW DELHI: The
India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert forecasting that several parts of north India including Delhi could witness
thunderstorm and squall on Tuesday with winds gusting up to 50-70 kilometers per hour.
The Delhi government has issued a list of "dos and don'ts" to deal with any such possible situation.
In the list of "dos and don'ts" , the government has advised citizens to try to stay
indoors and staff off verandas and keep a watch on local weather updates and warnings.
The government also asked people to ensure that children and animals are inside and unplug unnecessary electrical appliances.
The advisory also asked citizens to avoid taking a bath or shower or running water for any purpose.
"This is because lightning can travel along pipes. Keep away from doors, windows, fire places, stoves, bath-tubs, or any other electrical charge conductors," the advisory stated.