Weather Update: The capital city, Delhi, and its neighboring states are grappling with a prolonged spell of dense fog and a relentless cold wave, causing significant disruptions in train and flight schedules.
Extent of Fog Across Northern States
Dense fog blankets isolated pockets of Punjab, Haryana, West Rajasthan, and Bihar, affecting visibility. Delhi, West Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Assam witness varying degrees of fog, creating challenges for commuters.
Transportation Disruptions
Eighteen trains to Delhi report delays, attributing the setback to the prevailing cold weather. Meanwhile, flights at the Delhi airport face diversions and delays, impacting air travel.
Details on Trains:
Impact on Air Travel
Numerous flights at the Delhi airport experience disruptions, with diversions and delays becoming commonplace. The persistence of fog results in recurring challenges, as seen with five flight diversions and over 100 delays on a recent Monday.
Advisory from IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues a cautionary advisory, urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel and take precautions while driving in low visibility conditions. The forecast suggests dense to very dense fog conditions continuing over north India for the next five days.
Cold Wave Grips Punjab and Haryana
Punjab and Haryana continue to grapple with a cold wave, as minimum temperatures remain below normal levels. Key areas like Ballowal Saunkhri in Punjab’s Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar district record zero degrees Celsius, highlighting the severity of the cold spell.
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