Continuous Rainfall Uproots Tree in Gurugram, Disrupts Power Supply
• Continuous rainfall in Gurugram, Haryana, has led to the uprooting of a large tree in Sector 46, causing damage to three electricity poles and disrupting power supply since 9 PM on Thursday, October
• The region has experienced spells of rain and thunderstorms over the past 24 hours, as forecasted by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). A yellow alert was issued for Delhi and adjoining NCR districts, including Gurugram, predicting light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. The wet spell is expected to continue into October 30, with isolated pockets of heavy rainfall during the night.
Impact & Risks
The incident has left several households in Sector 46 without electricity overnight, causing inconvenience to residents. Continuous rainfall and thunderstorms may lead to further disruptions in daily activities and pose risks such as waterlogging and traffic delays. Additionally, the IMD has warned of isolated heavy rainfall, which could exacerbate the situation in vulnerable areas.
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