NationalSaturday, 13 June 2026·The Hindu - National
IMD red alert for Delhi thunderstorms: 60–80 kmph winds, Safdarjung temperature drop and Kerala alerts
On 12 June 2026, IMD issued a red alert for Delhi thunderstorms and lightning, while Kerala received orange and yellow alerts for heavy rain.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On June 12, 2026, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) placed Delhi under a red alert for thunderstorms and lightning, with squally winds of 60-70 kmph gusting up to 80 kmph, while Safdarjung recorded 34.6°C.
Key specifics
- Delhi’s red alert was issued for Friday night, June 12, 2026, by the IMD.
- Winds were forecast at 60-70 kmph, with gusts up to 80 kmph.
- Safdarjung, Delhi’s base station, recorded a maximum of 34.6°C and a minimum of 22.8°C.
- IMD said Kerala could see strong winds and thunderstorms, with an orange alert in Kannur district.
- Eight other districts in Kerala were placed under a yellow alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall over the weekend.
Exam lens
Question type: Disaster management and weather alerts, IMD colour codes, wind-speed values, and state-wise alerts. TNPSC may ask the meaning of red/orange/yellow alerts and the wind-speed range issued for Delhi.