Punjab Weather Update: Severe Cold Freezes Northern India, Dense Fog Alerts Issued

Punjab Weather Update: In a stark departure from the seasonal norms, severe cold has descended upon the northern regions of Punjab and Haryana, with temperatures plummeting well below the average. Simultaneously, Bihar is witnessing a notable decline in temperature, painting a wintry panorama across multiple states.

Punjab-Haryana Shivers Amid Icy Gusts

The Meteorological Department reports that Chandigarh bore the brunt of this unusual cold spell on Monday, recording a temperature of 11.8 degrees Celsius-six degrees below the normal limit. The cities of Ludhiana and Patiala in Punjab experienced biting cold winds, causing daytime temperatures to dip significantly. Maximum temperatures in these regions were recorded at 10.6 degrees Celsius and 10.8 degrees Celsius, respectively, both falling below the normal range.

Dense Fog Envelops Northwest and Eastern India

As if the biting cold weren't enough, the Meteorological Department predicts dense fog in parts of northwest and eastern India for the next three days. An early morning update reveals zero visibility in cities like Patiala, Ambala, and Amritsar, emphasizing the severity of the foggy conditions. The Indian Meteorological Department classifies visibility between zero and 50 meters as "very dense fog," with varying degrees of density up to 1,000 meters.

Cold Wave Alert for Central India

The central and northwestern parts of the country brace for a cold wave in January, with temperatures expected to dip below the normal monthly maximums. The Indian Meteorological Department issued a cold wave alert for central regions, including parts of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and North Rajasthan. Conditions of cold days to severe cold days are anticipated to persist over the next two days and gradually recede thereafter.

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As northern India battles this unseasonable cold, residents are advised to stay updated with weather forecasts and adhere to safety measures in light of the ongoing cold wave conditions.

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