The water level of the Yamuna River in Delhi has risen again after four days. Heavy rainfall in certain areas of Haryana caused the water level to rise, causing concern among the people of Delhi. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an alert, indicating the possibility of rain in Delhi on Tuesday. People are worried about the potential for flooding in Delhi.
On Monday, the water level of the Yamuna was 205.76 meters at 11 am, and it rose to 205.93 meters by 5 pm. By 10 pm, the water level reached 206 meters. The water level at the Old Railway Bridge (ORB) surpassed the danger mark at 205.75 meters at 12 am. However, rail traffic has been restored on the old Yamuna Bridge.
Atishi, a minister in the Delhi government, explained through Twitter that the water level of the Yamuna is rising due to heavy rains in some areas of Haryana. She urged people living in relief camps not to return home until the water level drops below the danger mark. The Central Water Commission reassured that there is no immediate danger to the people of Delhi.
Delhi is currently facing a flood-like situation, and the Meteorological Department has forecasted moderate rainfall on Tuesday. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 33 degrees Celsius. On Monday, the minimum temperature in Delhi was 26.4 degrees Celsius, slightly below average, while the maximum temperature was 34.2 degrees Celsius, also below normal.
The Meteorological Department has issued a ‘yellow’ alert for Tuesday, indicating generally cloudy skies and light rain or thundershowers. The maximum and minimum temperatures are expected to be around 33 degrees Celsius and 26 degrees Celsius, respectively.
