Delhi-NCR Braces for 5°C Cold, Dense Fog on Dec 26; IMD Issues Yellow Alert

• Delhi-NCR is experiencing severe cold, with the minimum temperature dropping to 5°C and maximum at 19°C.
• The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for dense fog and severe cold on December 26 and 27.
• Dense fog is expected to significantly reduce visibility, advising caution for travelers, especially on highways.
• Upcoming rain in Delhi-NCR could intensify the cold but is also expected to provide relief from air pollution.
• AQI for Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurgaon, and Greater Noida ranges from 236 to 273, indicating poor air quality.

Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR faces severe cold, dense fog on Dec 26-27 (yellow alert); rain to intensify cold, reduce pollution.