Summary:
A massive dust storm accompanied by gusty winds hit parts of the national capital region on Monday evening and is expected to bring the much-needed relief to Delhiites from the scorching heat. In its latest bulletin the Met department had forecast partly cloudy skies with the possibility of a dust storm and thunderstorm along with very light rain this evening. The dust storm comes followed by a Western Disturbance as an upper air system over North Pakistan and adjoining Jammu and Kashmir. Delhi's air quality has been deteriorating for the last few days due to a dust storm in North West India, which led to a sudden spike in the pollution level in the region. Masks known as N-95 or P-100 respirators are recommended for people who need to go out during the period..