Heavy rainfall lashed parts of Delhi and NCR on Tuesday, August 20, which has lead to waterlogging in several parts of National Capital and nearby areas. Due flooding of road, heavy traffic congestion reported at many places, including in Shastri Nagar.
Delhi Traffic Police issued traffic advisory due waterlogging at some places due to heavy rainfall in the city. "Traffic is affected on Outer Ring Road on both carriageways from Bhera Enclave Roundabout towards Peeragarhi due to water logging. Bhera Enclave underpass is not motorable. Huge water logging between Bhera Enclave & Peeragarhi. Kindly plan your journey accordingly," it said in a post on X.
Waterlogging was also reported near Ashram Bridge following due to incessant rains. Auto submerged due to waterlogging on the Minto Road. Auto-rickshaw driver said, "My vehicle suddenly stopped. I asked a few drivers to help me...To save my life I came out of the auto. The vehicle's paper is still in it."
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According to the weather department, over the last 24 hours, up to 08:30 AM on August 20, 2024, city experienced significant rainfall. The Ridge received 72.4 mm, Safdarjung recorded 28.7 mm, Lodi Road experienced 25.6 mm, and Ayanagar had 2.2 mm.
Water logging was also witnessed at Connaught Place in Delhi. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rains for the entire Delhi and southwest NCR on Tuesday. IMD has warned of a moderate-to-intense spell over Central and East Delhi in the morning hours.