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Delhi Dust Storm: 9 Flights Diverted, IMD Issues Advisory & Other Updates From NCR

From flight delays to advisories and here are the important updates from the National Capital Region regarding the ongoing storm.

by Tooba Shaikh
Delhi Dust Storm: 9 Flights Diverted, IMD Issues Advisory & Other Updates From NCR

Delhi has been witnessing a raging dust storm since the evening of Friday, May 10. It has significantly affected its day-to-day operations. From flight delays and roadblocks to advisories and even deaths, here are all of the important updates from the National Capital Region regarding the ongoing storm.

Important Details Regarding The Dust Storm Plaguing Delhi

1. Indian Meteorological Department Or IMD Issues Advisory Amid Storm

The IMD has shared updates and advisories on X (formerly known as Twitter) and has recommended that the residents stay indoors. They have also advised against taking shelter under trees.

2. A Giant Tree Falls On B2 Janakpuri; Stretch To Be Avoided

The Delhi Traffic Police also made a post on X informing locals and non-locals alike that a giant tree had fallen owing to the storm. The tree fell on Janakpuri near Bharti College. Hence, commuters have been advised to avoid the Dharam Marg and Janakpuri stretch to avoid traffic snarls.

Also Read: Delhi: West Elevated Corridor Project, Barapullah Phase 3 & Nand Nagari Flyover Face Delays; Traffic Woes To Continue

3. As Many As Nine Flights Diverted To Jaipur From The Delhi Airport

According to an article which was recently published by the Hindustan Times or HT, at least nine flights had to be diverted from the Indira Gandhi International Airport or IGIA. The diverted flights were sent to the airport in Jaipur.

4. Two People Dead And 23 People Injured Owing To The Dust Storm

As per a recent Deccan Herald article, two people have died so far owing to storm-related accidents. Furthermore, around 23 people were also injured owing to the storm. Trees and electric poles are being uprooted because of strong gusts of winds.

5. Officials Receive More Than 150 Distress Calls During This Storm

If reports are to go by, the Delhi Police officials have received as many as 152 calls. Of these, around 130 calls were to the Delhi Fire Service or DFS. They also received calls about portions of buildings collapsing.

Also Read: Delhi’s Air Quality Is ‘Severe’ In Some Places; IMD Issues Alerts For A Dust Storm!

Do you know anybody who lives in Delhi? How are they managing to cope amid the storm? Let us know in the comments section below!

Cover Image Credits: @dptraffic and @Ggvikas/X (Formerly, Twitter)

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First Published: May 11, 2024 11:50 AM