Delhi: The national capital experiences another bitterly cold day with the minimum temperature dropping to 4 degrees Celsius.
Travel Woes at Delhi IGI Airport – Flights Delayed Amidst Freezing Conditions
Several flights departing from the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport faced delays due to the adverse weather conditions.
#WATCH | Delhi: Several flight operations delayed at IGI airport due to low visibility amid fog. pic.twitter.com/hG1DUKllEt
— ANI (@ANI) January 17, 2024
Delhi – Train Travel Disruptions at NDRS – Passengers Stranded as Trains Face Delays
Poor visibility caused by dense fog led to delays in train schedules at the New Delhi Railway Station (NDRS), inconveniencing travelers.
#WATCH | Delhi | Passengers await the movement of their scheduled flights as several flights get delayed and a few get cancelled due to fog in several parts of the country.
Visuals from Indira Gandhi International Airport. pic.twitter.com/srYSDAfqkh
— ANI (@ANI) January 17, 2024
#WATCH | Delhi: Passengers await the movement of their scheduled trains as several trains get delayed and a few get cancelled due to fog.
(Visuals from New Delhi Railway station) pic.twitter.com/ZM0I0Yjbvz
— ANI (@ANI) January 17, 2024
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Republic Day Parade Rehearsal Amidst Fog – Kartavya Path Hosts Annual Rehearsal Despite Weather Challenges
The Republic Day parade rehearsal proceeded at Kartavya Path amidst challenging weather conditions.
#WATCH | Delhi: Republic Day parade rehearsal underway at Kartavya Path. pic.twitter.com/SRuDpvXIoG
— ANI (@ANI) January 17, 2024
Fog Classification by MeT Department – Visibility Levels Define Fog Intensity
The Meteorological Department categorizes fog as ‘shallow,’ ‘moderate,’ ‘dense,’ or ‘very dense’ based on visibility levels, providing insight into the severity of the weather conditions.
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Delhi – Zero Visibility Recorded in Multiple Locations – Widespread Dense Fog Grips Several Cities
Several locations, including Sri Ganganagar, Patiala, Ambala, Chandigarh, and others, recorded zero visibility for the first time this winter season, according to the weather department.
Citizens Cope with Cold Snap – Bonfires and Shelter Homes Offer Respite
Amidst the freezing conditions, people gathered around bonfires to stay warm, while others sought refuge in government-run shelter homes offering blankets, beds, hot water, and food.
Delhi – Expectations of Minimal Temperature Change
IMD Scientist Soma Sen addressed the prevailing weather conditions, anticipating a minimal change in the minimum temperature on Tuesday. Despite a slight rise due to sunny skies, foggy and cold conditions are expected to persist.
Ongoing Foggy Mornings and Cold Waves Forecasted
Sen projected ongoing cold weather conditions, including foggy mornings and cold waves, across the plains for the next two days, with a gradual decrease in cold intensity.