Delhi Rains: 2 Killed, at Least 11 Injured; Airport Sees 13 Flight Diversions
- On May 21, 2025, a severe dust storm with hail and rain struck New Delhi and surrounding areas, causing fatalities and disruptions.
- The storm followed days of intense heat and humidity, with temperatures reaching 40.7°C and nighttime highs crossing 30°C for the first time this summer.
- The gusty winds uprooted trees, toppled hoardings, caused power outages by damaging supply lines, and disrupted metro services and traffic across the capital.
- At least four deaths occurred from falling trees and collapsed structures, while 13 flights were diverted due to weather, including an IndiGo emergency landing after hailstorm damage.
- The event sparked renewed concerns over Delhi's power supply reliability amid extreme weather, though outages were temporary and relief is expected with upcoming scattered showers.
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Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms Batter Delhi: Four Dead, 11 Critically Injured
New Delhi: A sudden spell of heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds lashed Delhi on Wednesday evening, bringing relief from the intense heat but also leaving a trail of destruction. At least four people lost their lives and 11 others were seriously injured in rain-related incidents across the city. After several days of scorching temperatures exceeding 40°C, Delhi and the NCR region experienced a dramatic shift in weathe…
9-year-old girl among 3 killed as massive dust storm batters Delhi
New Delhi, May 22 (PTI) A nine-year-old girl was among the three killed in the massive dust storm and heavy rains that lashed the national capital, officials said Thursday.The other two killed included a 22-year-old man and a differently-abled person. Also, at least 11 were injured in the intense storm and rain on Wednesday evening.The nine-year-old, identified as Sahana alias Chandni, died after an iron window panel fell on her from the third f…
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