India Meteorological Department on May 23 issued an ‘orange alert’ for Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh.

While speaking to ANI, IMD Senior Scientist RK Jenamani said, “Delhi NCR was hit by a moderate thunderstorm with a wind speed of 50 to 70 kmph today. The temperature has come down by 8 to 12 °C not just over Delhi but covering a large area of North-West India. No heatwave conditions in Delhi till 28th May.”

“This is the first time such a temperature fall has been recorded in this season. Orange alert for Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh,” he added.