Bihar Shivers: Cold Wave Intensifies, Fog to Ease, Schools Shut in Sitamarhi

• Bihar faces severe cold, dense fog, and cold day conditions, with maximum temperatures below 15°C and minimums around 8°C.
• Public life is disrupted; reduced visibility impacts rail and air traffic, causing delays.
• IMD predicts fog reduction from December 23, but severe cold will persist until month-end; a Western Disturbance from December 25 may further drop temperatures.
• Schools in Sitamarhi are closed until December 25 due to the intense cold.
• Yellow and Orange Alerts issued for various districts including West Champaran, Gaya, Arwal, and Patna for fog and cold day conditions.

Why It Matters: Bihar to endure severe cold and fog until December end; no immediate relief expected.