Delhi-NCR receives early morning rain; IMD issues yellow alert as cyclone Arnab weakens in Odisha

Residents of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) were taken aback when there was a sudden change in the weather on Thursday, starting with light drizzles and heavy rains in different sectors.

Yellow alert for National Capital issued by IMD

The IMD issued a yellow alert for the national capital, with overcast and occasional rain predicted to be experienced throughout the day.

Yellow alert for Delhi-NCR

With the morning rain came a drop in temperatures around New Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and Ghaziabad.

Weather forecast for the day: The IMD has stated that fluctuating weather conditions and rain are likely to occur until the evening.

Traffic advisory: With waterlogging expected to occur in some low-lying urban parts, the traffic department has advised motorists to be careful about their travel.

Impact of cyclone Arnab fades in Odisha's Rayagada district

The influence of the cyclone Arnab in southern Odisha is waning, with the district experiencing light rain, but the intensity of the rain is much less than anticipated.

Rainfall amount: Rayagada district received 40 mm of rainfall during the first 24 hours from Wednesday until 8:30 AM on Thursday and another 26 mm of rain after that.

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