IMD issues warning for dense fog conditions across parts of north India until January 10

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ET OnlineLast Updated: Jan 08, 2025, 04:55:00 PM IST

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IMD has warned of dense fog across parts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh until January 10. Delhi experienced a cold wave, with a sharp drop in temperatures and reduced visibility. The AQI in Delhi stood at 326, categorized as 'very poor.' Over 300 flights at Delhi's airport were delayed due to low visibility.

Dense fog continues to blanket parts of North India — Representative image

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday issued a warning for dense to very dense fog across parts of Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh at night and early morning hours until January 10.

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Delhi woke up to blanket of dense fog on Wednesday, as a cold wave swept across the city, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures along with chilly winds, resulting in reduced visibility.

The minimum temperature is expected to plunge to 8 degrees Celsius for the day whilst the maximum temperature is anticipated to remain at 16 degrees Celsius, along with "very dense fog," as per IMD.

Meanwhile, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi stood at 326 at 6 am on Wednesday, categorised as 'very poor' as per the data of the Central Pollution Control Board. The AQI in Delhi has been reeling under the 'very poor' category past few days.

An AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good,' 51 and 100 'satisfactory,' 101 and 200 'moderate,' 201 and 300 'poor,' 301 and 400 'very poor,' and 401 and 500 'severe.'

On Tuesday, low visibility conditions caused significant disruptions at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), with over 300 flights delayed, PTI has reported.

Despite the delays, there were no flight diversions reported throughout the day.

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