Storm strikes Delhi and NCR region

Strong winds and rain struck some places in Delhi and nearby areas in the early hours of Wednesday, as the turbulent weather in North India continued to disrupt daily life.

The IMD had earlier forecast thunderstorms with gusty winds and light rain over some places of Delhi and adjoining NCR including Narnaul, Alwar, Rohtak, Jind, Bhiwani, Jhajjar, Rewari, Nuh and Palwal.

On Wednesday morning, the forecast was for thunderstorm with light rain over adjoining areas of Jind, Rohtak, Panipat, Alwar, Bagpat, Meerut and Aligarh.

The National Disaster Management Authority, in a tweet, advised precautions such as staying indoors, off verandahs, staying away from power/telephone lines and unplugging electrical equipment.

A dust storm accompanied by squall hit the national capital on May 13 after a scorching hot morning.