Experts Explain | Why Indian cities flood after heavy rain and overheat in summer
Gurgaon experienced temperatures exceeding 44 degrees Celsius in May, with the India Meteorological Department issuing heat alerts for Haryana. Heavy rain later flooded arterial roads and low-lying areas of the city. Despite authorities advising remote work to reduce congestion, both episodes highlighted the same issue: dense construction, weak drainage, and loss of open land exacerbate both extreme heat and flooding in Indian cities.
Weather alone becomes a disaster when it strikes densely built areas with inadequate infrastructure to withstand the impact.
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