Dense Fog Grips Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad AQI Soars to 656; IMD Issues Yellow Alert

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News18•18-01-2026, 05:11
Dense Fog Grips Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad AQI Soars to 656; IMD Issues Yellow Alert
- •Delhi-NCR experienced extremely dense fog for over 24 hours, significantly slowing down daily life and visibility.
- •The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, predicting continued dense fog for Sunday.
- •Ghaziabad recorded an alarming Air Quality Index (AQI) of 656, while Delhi's AQI stood at 541, indicating severe pollution.
- •Despite a slight rise in temperature (Delhi 6°C min, 21°C max), cold conditions are expected to persist until January 23.
- •Upcoming rain next week, influenced by Western Disturbances, is forecasted to intensify the cold across the region.
Why It Matters: Delhi-NCR faces severe dense fog and alarming AQI, with cold conditions and rain expected to persist.
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