Diverted Flights: Bengaluru's Stormy Sky Wreaks Havoc
Heavy rainfall disruptions in Bengaluru lead to changes in air traffic routes; Aircraft re-directed to Chennai due to unfavorable weather conditions
Brace yourself for a brief rundown of Bengaluru's chaotic 48 hours. The city's been battered by heavy downpours, resulting in numerous waterlogged roads.
On a stormy Friday evening, the skies above Kempegowda International Airport (KIA) played havoc with air traffic. At least four incoming flights were forced to veer off course to Chennai due to deplorable visibility and treacherous landing conditions caused by the relentless rain.
IndiGo's 6E6014 from Dehradun, 6E6508 from Rajkot's Hirasar Airport, Air India Express flight IX2747 from Bagdogra, and a Boeing 777 freighter operated by AeroLogic were among the affected flights, all of which made a safe landing in Chennai within a hurried 45-minute span.
Curious about where that Boeing 777 freighter was bound for? It was, in fact, on its way to Bengaluru from the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong, but circumstances obliged it to alter course and touch down in Chennai at 7:10 pm instead[1].
If you find yourself in Bengaluru, be prepared for more rain, seeing as more showers are forecasted. Navigation through water-soaked streets and risky aviation conditions are all too common here.
Want to know more about the weather in Bengaluru? The India Meteorological Department (IMD) and a popular local weather blogger shared data revealing that Bengaluru recorded an impressive 32.2 mm of rainfall this April. Remarkably, this month also posted an average maximum temperature of 33.48°C, making it the coolest April in the city for the past ten years[1].
With the rain expected to continue, city authorities have urged citizens to exercise caution. Stay indoors during heavy rainfall, close your windows and doors, and steer clear of unnecessary travel[1]. Adverse weather conditions can make a mess of flight schedules at KIA, so passengers are encouraged to keep an eye on airline updates for real-time travel information.
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- The consecutive heavy downpours in Bengaluru have not only caused flooding on roads but also affected international flights at Kempegowda International Airport.
- In the general-news category, it was reported that a Boeing 777 freighter, originally bound for Bengaluru from Hong Kong, was forced to divert to Chennai due to the poor weather conditions over Bengaluru.
- AeroLogic's cargo flight, along with several other commercial Indian flights, encountered deplorable visibility and challenging landing conditions, resulting in a rerouting to Chennai airport.
- Although the city of Bengaluru experienced an average maximum temperature of 33.48°C in April, making it the coolest April for the past ten years, the persistent rainfall has raised concerns about public safety and transportation.
- In anticipation of more rain, city officials in Bengaluru have advised citizens to exercise caution, minimize outdoor activities, and monitor flight updates for Kempegowda International Airport, given the challenging weather conditions' impact on air travel.
