Severe cold, snowfall and fog continue in North India

The severity of winter is increasing in North India. On Thursday (December 26) morning, there was dense fog in many parts including Delhi, while there is a possibility of light sunshine during the day. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light rain and drizzle in Delhi and surrounding areas in the next three days. There is a possibility of further increase in cold with this.

Weather condition in Delhi

Minimum temperature in Delhi today 9 degrees Celsius and maximum temperature 22 degrees Celsius Expected to stay.

• Between December 26 and 28, the effect of cold winds may intensify with rain and drizzle.
• Dense fog can be seen in the morning and light sunshine during the day.

Cold outbreak in Punjab and Haryana

Cold is at its peak in Punjab and Haryana.

• Punjab:
  • Minimum temperature in Faridkot 4.2 degrees Celsius Which was the coldest place ever recorded.
  • Temperature in Amritsar and Gurdaspur 5-6 degrees Celsius Stayed around.
• Haryana:
  • Narnaul has 5.2 degrees Celsius Recorded a minimum temperature of.
  • Chandigarh temperature 7.4 degrees Celsius Remained.

Fog and cold winds are affecting life.

Effect of snowfall in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand

The cold has increased due to snowfall in the hilly states of North India.

• Himachal Pradesh:
  • Areas like Shimla, Kullu, and Kinnaur received heavy snowfall.
  • including three national highways 233 roads Have closed.
• Uttarakhand:
  • Snowfall with icy winds continues in Chamoli and Uttarkashi.
  • Badrinath, Valley of Flowers, and Niti Valley are covered with a thick blanket of snow.
  • Local residents are facing problems while tourists are enjoying the snowfall.

Cold wave and fog outbreak in Rajasthan

The effect of cold wave and fog was also seen in Rajasthan.

• Light rain occurred in eastern Rajasthan, while in western Rajasthan cold day were recorded.
• The Meteorological Department has issued a warning in cities like Jaipur, Kota, Ajmer, and Udaipur. light to moderate rain The possibility has been expressed.
• This situation has arisen due to the western disturbance which has been active since December 26.

Snowfall and cold in Jammu and Kashmir

Fresh snowfall and rain in Jammu and Kashmir has further increased the cold.

• A drop in temperature has been recorded due to snowfall in high altitude areas and rain in plain areas.
• Snowfall has attracted tourists at tourist places like Gulmarg, Sonamarg and Pahalgam.
• However, local residents are facing difficulties in daily life.

Advice to take caution due to cold

The Meteorological Department has advised people to remain alert in view of the increasing cold and fog in North India.

1. Use warm clothes:
   • Take special care for the elderly and children.
2. Avoid unnecessary travel:
   • Especially during dense fog and cold winds.
3. Impact on Agriculture:
   • Farmers should make necessary preparations to protect their crops from cold.