Heavy Rain Triggers Red Alert in Delhi as Monsoon Nears Its End

Delhi had been experiencing above-normal maximum temperatures in the days leading up to September 11. However, on September 11, heavy rain began falling across various parts of the city. The India Meteorological Department responded by issuing a red alert, indicating the possibility of more intense rainfall and urging residents to remain cautious.

This sudden shift in weather conditions coincided with the start of the BRICS Leaders' Summit, drawing additional attention to the situation in the capital.

On September 11, rain hit several areas of Delhi, with the IMD warning that moderate to heavy showers would continue in the next few hours. Overcast conditions and thunderstorms were reported, especially in the northern parts of the city. The IMD's red alert signaled that the rainfall could intensify and persist over the next couple of days.

As the rain continued through September 12, forecasts suggested that Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region would keep seeing showers and thunderstorms due to a low-pressure zone over the Bay of Bengal. This pattern contributed to the ongoing wet spell.

By September 14, the IMD indicated that Delhi could be experiencing its last few wet spells of the monsoon season, even as the city's air quality remained satisfactory. Reports also stated that conditions were becoming favorable for the monsoon to withdraw from North-West India within a few days.

The IMD and other authorities continued monitoring the situation, with the possibility of further rainfall and weather changes as the week progressed.

Delhi is still under a weather alert, with a chance of more rain before the monsoon withdraws from the region. The IMD expects the wet spell to taper off soon, but has warned that scattered showers could continue in the coming days.

Despite the persistent rain, the city's air quality has stayed in the satisfactory range, and no major flooding incidents have been reported so far. Residents are advised to stay updated with official weather bulletins.

The main question now is when exactly the monsoon will withdraw from Delhi and North-West India. Authorities are also watching for any potential impact from new weather systems forming in the Bay of Bengal, which could bring further rain.

People in the city should stay alert for updates, as changing conditions could still affect travel and public events in the coming days.