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**Delhi-NCR Hit by Sudden Storm, Bringing Relief from Heatwave; Bengaluru Grapples with Flood Woes**
**New Delhi/Bengaluru:** Residents of Delhi-NCR experienced a sudden and dramatic weather shift today as a dust storm followed by heavy rain swept through the region. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had predicted the likelihood of rainfall, and the change in weather brought a welcome drop in temperature after days of intense heatwave conditions. While the storm caused some disruption, including reports of uprooted trees in certain areas, it provided much-needed respite from the scorching heat.
“People of Delhi NCR have experienced some relief from the heat waves as the storm has changed weather conditions. The temperature has fallen drastically,” said a resident of Delhi.
However, the situation is dire further south in Bengaluru, where heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding, highlighting concerns about the city’s outdated and inadequate drainage infrastructure. The IMD has issued an Orange Alert for Bengaluru and a Yellow Alert for various other locations in Karnataka. In the past 12 hours, Bengaluru has received 130 mm of rainfall. Resulting to 3 deaths, 500 flooded homes and at least 20 overflowing lakes.
Bengaluru’s struggle with urban flooding after rain events is a recurring problem. Experts attribute this to an aging and ineffective drainage system. Vishwanath S. suggests that the Karnataka government should prioritize investments in a robust drainage infrastructure.
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