New Delhi, January 3 – Dense fog enveloped Delhi-NCR this morning, disrupting daily life and causing significant inconvenience to commuters. The foggy conditions impacted visibility on highways, while rail and air travel saw considerable delays. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for cold wave conditions in the region. Aya Nagar recorded a minimum temperature of 5.6°C, one degree below normal.
Weather Forecast and Conditions
IMD predicts that smog and moderate to dense fog will persist across most areas until midday. Key highlights include:
- Very Dense Fog: Expected in isolated pockets during the day and night.
- Partly Cloudy Skies: Daytime may see intermittent cloud cover.
- Maximum Temperature: Forecasted to hover around 17°C.
Rail Travel Disrupted: 24 Trains Delayed
Poor visibility caused by dense fog has severely affected train schedules.
- 24 trains departing or arriving in the capital were delayed.
- Delays ranged from a minimum of 84 minutes to a maximum of 255 minutes.
Trains impacted include:
- Departures:
- Delhi Sarai Rohilla-Jodhpur Express
- Sogaria Superfast Express
- Bhubaneswar Duronto Express
- Arrivals:
- Farakka Express
- Shram Shakti Express
- Kalindi Express
- Mahabodhi Express
- Prayagraj Express
Passengers faced long waiting times at railway stations due to the disruptions.
Air Travel Advisory Issued
Airlines have issued advisories for passengers, urging them to check flight statuses before heading to the airport. Fog-induced visibility issues have resulted in delays and rescheduling for several flights.
Upcoming Weather Alerts: Rain and Storms Expected
The cold wave is expected to intensify in the coming days, with Western Disturbances becoming active over North India. IMD’s forecast includes:
- Snowfall: Likely in Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
- Rainfall: Anticipated in plains, including parts of Delhi-NCR.
- Dense Fog and Rain: Persistent fog conditions are expected until January 8, with light rain forecasted for January 6.
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