Delhi’s intense storm and heavy rain disrupt flights at IGI Airport, causing over 50 delays and emergency landings. Stay updated on flight status and travel advisories here.
Sudden Weather Chaos Strikes Delhi-NCR
Delhi-NCR on Wednesday, as a powerful dust storm was accompanied by heavy rain and hailstorm rocked the city in evening. The abrupt weather change washed my daily life down the drain and traffic jams were an almost permanent thing. But the blow stretched beyond it, the storm too took its toll on the busiest airprt of the city — Indira Gandhi International.
Flights Grounded and Diverted Amid Unpredictable Skies
The heavy wet weather had a major impact on planes. Around 50 flights were delayed from 7:45 PM to 8:45 PM, ultimately leaving fliers waiting and a waiting game for very unexpected changes in plans. At least ten flights were diverted to other nearby airports, with vast majority flying into Jaipur followed by one to Mumbai at Aurangabad. While the air traffic controllers said that how strong the winds, gusting up to 74 kilometers per hour and heavy rain made both taking off, landing hard.
Airlines Warn Passengers to Double-Check Flight Status
Against the backdrop of on-going disrupTions, Airlines used social media to reach their customers. Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet have also advised travellers to check their flight status with the airport concerned as there is scope of more delays due to unsettled weather. The passengers were told to take their time and stagger the travel times so they don’t cause problems.
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Temperature Drop and Weather Extremes Add to Challenges
Within one hour, meteorological officials from Palam reduced the scorching 37°C to a rather cool 23°C which showed the ferocity of the storm. The sharp change, along with the dusty rain and hail, presented an obvious scenario of the extreme over monsoon over the city.
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Emergency Landing Highlights Flight Risks During Storm
Another flight bound for Srinagar from Delhi had severe hail storms in mid-air and made an emergency landing around 6:30 PM at the Srinagar airport. Though the aircraft was damaged in front, both 227 passengers and crew members lucky made it out unscathed, which highlights the dangers pilots and travelers face flying through fleeting weather mavericks.
In these unpredictable times, travelers are urged to stay alert and updated. With weather disruptions continuing, keeping an eye on official updates and flight status can save time and stress. Delhi’s stormy evening serves as a reminder of how nature can swiftly alter even the most meticulously planned journeys.
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