India, May 9 -- The recent thunderstorms brought much-needed respite to Delhi-NCR but also raised concerns over falling trees. In South Delhi's Sheikh Sarai, a massive tree was uprooted by wind, lifting a parked car into the air and pinning it against its trunk. Similar scenes played out in the neighbourhoods of Vasant Kunj and Najafgarh. News reports say over 100 trees were uprooted in the latest storm in the city. Lajpat Nagar-based entrepreneur Deepjot Singh witnessed the chaos firsthand. He says,"My car wasn't even parked under a tree. Yet, a massive branch cracked my windshield during the storm. It's really distressing because I was stuck and didn't know whom to call for help." With the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a yellow alert for Friday due to expected rain and strong surface winds, the Delhi government has launched a unified helpline, 311, for all rain-related complaints. Residents can call this number regardless of which zone (NDMC, MCD, PWD, or DDA) their area falls under; the system will route the complaint automatically to the right department. In case of storm damage, an NDMC official advises: "If a tree falls or appears unstable, call the NDMC control centre at 1533. Our nearest on-ground team usually arrives within 15-20 minutes. If a tree looks like it might fall, we can also coordinate with the forest department for permissions in case it must be removed." If your car is damaged by a fallen tree, it's best not to approach it immediately. "If a tree falls on the front bumper, stay away in all possibility," says Ajit Singh Kumar, a Noida-based car mechanic, adding, "People don't know this and often in shock approach their vehicle without realising that there's a strong chance of sparks erupting from the engine, which can lead to fire that can be dangerous." He also suggests keeping a fire extinguisher handy if approaching a vehicle crushed from behind for added safety....