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Delhi experienced the coldest night of the winter season for the second consecutive day, with the minimum temperature dropping to a bone-chilling 3 degrees Celsius in Aya Nagar, the last village on the Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert due to the prevailing cold wave and dense fog conditions in both Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).
Last night, the minimum temperature in Delhi dipped to 3.9 degrees Celsius, maintaining the grip of the cold wave over the Delhi-NCR region. Lodi Road recorded a minimum temperature of 3.4 degrees, 3.6 in Safdarjung, 3.9 in Ridge, and 5.8 in Palam, according to the IMD.
The adverse weather conditions have disrupted transportation, with eighteen Delhi-bound trains facing delays of 1-6 hours due to the weather-related challenges. Flight operations at the Delhi airport have also been affected, experiencing delays owing to low visibility amid the thick fog.
The visibility at Safdarjung Observatory, Delhi’s main weather station, was reported at 200 meters at 5:30 am, creating hazardous conditions for commuters. Visuals from various parts of the national capital depicted a thick layer of fog blanketing the city this morning.
Adding to the concerns, Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 365 at 9 am, indicating ‘very poor’ air quality, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data. The deteriorating air quality raises health concerns, urging residents to take necessary precautions.
The IMD has issued a red alert in Punjab, Haryana, and Chandigarh, while a yellow alert has been issued for Rajasthan due to the prevailing cold and foggy conditions. The weather department also forecasts a yellow alert for the next three days in Delhi as cold wave conditions are expected to persist. The maximum temperature for the day is predicted to hover around 19 degrees Celsius, according to the IMD.
“Dense to very dense fog has been reported in isolated parts of Punjab and East Uttar Pradesh, while dense fog has been recorded in isolated pockets over Haryana, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Assam, Gangetic West Bengal, and Andhra Pradesh. Moderate fog was recorded in isolated pockets over Rajasthan and West Uttar Pradesh,” the IMD stated.
As Delhi grapples with the intensity of the cold wave and reduced visibility, residents are urged to exercise caution while commuting, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation to ensure the safety and well-being of the public during these challenging weather conditions.
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