A massive storm followed by rain hit Delhi and Noida this evening, disrupting traffic and leading to power cuts in several areas. Hoardings fell and trees were uprooted in many localities, with some areas reporting wind speeds of up to 79 kmph. Airlines also issued advisories, saying the change in weather might impact flight operations.
Visuals showed a hailstorm in Delhi’s Lodi Road, and 79 kmph wind was reported over Safdarjung.
Even as the pre-monsoon showers came as a relief to people in the searing heat, many trees and hoardings in the national capital toppled due to the storm.