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Delhi-NCR Weather: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi on September 3 following heavy rainfall that led to waterlogging in several parts of the city. Overflowing water from the Yamuna has flooded low-lying areas, with residents reporting water entering their homes.

According to the IMD’s forecast for September 2, the capital is likely to see a generally cloudy sky with light rain or thundershowers in many areas, and moderate rain at isolated spots. The maximum temperature is expected to stay slightly below normal, between 32 and 34 C, while the minimum could dip to 22–24 C, about 2–4 degrees below normal.

After a brief pause, heavy rain returned to Delhi-NCR on Tuesday evening. With two straight days of rain, Delhi has now recorded over 1,000 mm of rainfall. The Yamuna crossed the evacuation level for the first time this year, prompting residents in vulnerable riverbank areas to relocate after large water discharges from Wazirabad and Hathnikund barrages.

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Waterlogging Reported In Parts Of Delhi-NCR

Severe waterlogging was reported in Gurugram, Noida, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad, where many commuters waded through knee-deep water. Rainfall was recorded in various parts of South, Southeast, Central, and North Delhi, with more expected later in the day, per IMD’s latest nowcast.

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Schools Closed In Noida, Ghaziabad

Given the continuous rainfall, authorities in Gautam Buddha Nagar (Noida) and Ghaziabad have ordered both private and government schools to remain shut on September 3. In Noida and Greater Noida, the district administration issued an official order confirming the closure of schools for one day. The order applies to all schools from Nursery to Class 12, including government, private, aided institutions and those affiliated with CBSE, ICSE, Madarsa Board and other boards. The administration has directed school managements to follow the order strictly.

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Though school closures were reported across NCR, no official notifications haven’t been issued for Delhi schools.

Delhi Police Issues Traffic Advisory

The Delhi Traffic Police, in a post on X, announced, “Due to rising water levels in Yamuna, Old Iron Bridge will remain closed for traffic & public movement w.e.f. 02.09.2025, 04:00 PM till further orders.”

A traffic advisory issued on September 2 informed commuters about diversions in place at Hanuman Setu, Raja Ram Kohli Marg, and Geeta Colony Road. Motorists were urged to steer clear of the Old Iron Bridge and nearby routes, and instead opt for public transport in view of the ongoing heavy rainfall.