The impact of monsoon rains continues across the country. This season has also wreaked havoc in the capital Delhi and surrounding states. The water level of the Yamuna river, which passes through Delhi, has risen above the danger mark, and water has entered low-lying areas nearby.
Weather Update: The havoc of monsoon rains continues across the country, causing destruction from Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir. The capital Delhi and its surrounding areas have not been spared. Due to continuous rain and water released from dams in neighboring states, the Yamuna river is in spate. The river's water level has crossed the danger mark, and water has entered the low-lying areas nearby. It is estimated that the Yamuna's water level may reach 207.40 meters on August 4, which is significantly above the danger mark (205.33 meters).
Due to continuous rain in Delhi-NCR, waterlogging is also being observed on the roads. The Meteorological Department has warned that similar rainfall is likely to continue in Delhi-NCR until September 6. Along with the capital, heavy rainfall is also expected across North India, including Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, and Jammu.
Situation in Delhi and Yamuna
According to the Meteorological Department, the Yamuna's water level is expected to reach 207.40 meters, while the danger mark is 205.33 meters. Due to continuous rain and water released from dams in neighboring states, waterlogging is being observed in many areas of the capital. Road traffic has been affected during this period, and commuters have faced difficulties due to water accumulation on many main routes. The Meteorological Department has warned that the Yamuna's water level may rise further in the coming days, so local administration and citizens should remain vigilant.
Weather Situation in Uttar Pradesh
The atmosphere in Uttar Pradesh is currently pleasant due to the rain. However, the Meteorological Department states that heavy rainfall is not expected until September 7. This means that humidity may increase in the state. On September 4, scattered showers with thunderstorms are possible in some parts of Western UP and in isolated places in the eastern parts.
On September 5, there is a possibility of rain in various parts of the state. On September 6 and 7, showers and thunderstorms are expected in Western UP, while rain will be limited to scattered places in the eastern parts. Thus, no heavy rainfall alert has been issued in the state for now, but people need to be cautious due to increasing humidity.
Weather Conditions in Rajasthan
The spell of monsoon rains in Rajasthan will continue for two more days. According to the Meteorological Department, rainfall is expected in all districts of Eastern Rajasthan on September 4 and 5. The impact of rain is expected to be less in Western Rajasthan. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert in 30 districts of Rajasthan, including 28 eastern and 2 western districts.
After the monsoon, the weather in these areas is expected to become subdued again, but for now, this rain will be beneficial for farmers and rural areas. Heavy rainfall continues in Jammu and Kashmir. The water levels in rivers and reservoirs are rising rapidly, affecting normal life. Road connectivity has been disrupted in many areas, and houses and buildings have been damaged.
