Experiencing Long Power Outages Amid Thunderous Weather in Mohali and Chandigarh
Unforeseen storm cripples power supply in Mohali, Chandigarh; anticipate more downpours and bustling winds ahead.
Brace yourself for a quick rundown of the recent chaotic weather events and subsequent power struggles faced by residents across Mohali and Chandigarh.
Last week's severe thunderstorm sent tremors throughout the tricity, toppling power infrastructure across vast swathes of Mohali and Chandigarh. The unrelenting storm, accompanied by gusty winds, wreaked havoc on the power supply networks, causing widespread disruptions.
Locals in Mohali's Sector 125, New Sunny Enclave, and neighboring communities like Badmajra, Balongi, and Jujhar Nagar, were particularly hit hard, grappling with days-long outages that kept them in darkness through the night. With power out for as long as three hours in Sector 125, and five hours in Sohana village, residents struggled to keep their daily routines in check.
Commercial areas bore the brunt as well, with the Phase 2 market experiencing intermittent outages that took a heavy toll on businesses. Neighboring cities like Zirakpur and Dera Bassi also faced similar predicaments, as heavy rains on Friday drenched several areas, adding to the misery of those already grappling with prolonged power cutoffs.
Even Chandigarh itself wasn't immune to the chaos. Sectors 8, 10, 15, 24, 34, 37, 40, 41, and 49 reported power outages that were swiftly addressed, with most areas regaining electricity within an hour. Of note, an average restoration time of 1 hour 7 minutes was reported for similar storms in Delhi-NCR[4], highlighting regional differences in response times.
The storm dumped a total of 12.9 mm rain throughout the city[1], suggesting a notably wetter May compared to last year's near-dry month. Moreover, meteorologists have called for preparedness, as additional showers and gusty winds are projected for the near future. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) recently issued an orange alert for Monday and Tuesday in the city[2], framing a call to action as residents ready themselves for the impending weather.
- Thunderstorm
- Power Supply
- Mohali
- Chandigarh
While the weather has briefly brightened up, the pleasant temperatures are merely a fleeting distraction. Over the following three days, maximum temperatures will hover between 34°C and 35°C, while minimum temperatures will settle between 20°C and 21°C.
So, gear up, folks! The stormy season is far from over, and we'll have to weather the storm together, one outage at a time.
Sources: [1], [2], [3]
- The thunderstorm in Mohali and Chandigarh caused significant disruptions to power supply networks, with some areas experiencing days-long blackouts.
- The heavy rain in Mohali's Sector 125, New Sunny Enclave, Badmajra, Balongi, Jujhar Nagar, and other neighboring communities resulted in prolonged outages.
- The storm also caused intermittent power outages in commercial areas such as the Phase 2 market in Mohali, affecting businesses.
- Although the temperatures have been pleasantly cool, the weather forecast predicts maximum temperatures between 34°C and 35°C over the next three days, with minimum temperatures between 20°C and 21°C.
- With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing an orange alert for more showers and gusty winds in the near future, residents are urged to prepare for additional weather-related woes.
