Haryana: Cold Wave, Fog Alert & Very Poor AQI

• Haryana is expecting a significant drop in temperature and record cold, with fluctuating weather patterns currently observed.
• IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for dense fog starting today, December 13, affecting visibility in Panchkula, Ambala, Kurukshetra, Karnal, Sonipat, and Panipat.
• Cold winds from the North/North-West are expected to further lower night temperatures from December 13, with strong cold winds predicted for December 15-16.
• Current AQI levels are very poor, with Faridabad at 721, Gurugram around 499, and Ambala at 228; residents are advised to wear masks.
• A Western Disturbance between December 17-20 might slightly increase minimum temperatures, but the public is advised to take precautions against the cold.

Why It Matters: Prepare for extreme cold, dense fog, and hazardous air quality in Haryana.