Haryana Shivers: Red Alert for Severe Cold Wave, AQI Reaches 'Very Poor' Levels

• Haryana is experiencing severe cold, with a red alert issued for cold wave conditions in Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri, Rewari, Mahendragarh, and Nuh.
• Dense fog on Lohri reduced visibility to zero-50 meters in several districts including Karnal, Panipat, Sonipat, Jind, Kaithal, Fatehabad, Sirsa, and Gurugram.
• Sonipat recorded the lowest morning temperature at 1.4°C, while Palwal saw a maximum of 22.8°C.
• Weather is expected to remain dry until January 16, with cold winds and potential frost in South and West Haryana; two Western Disturbances are anticipated on January 16 and 19.
• AQI levels are 'very poor' in Delhi (495) and Faridabad (452), with Gurugram at 361 and Ambala at 240, posing health risks.

Why It Matters: Haryana faces severe cold wave and dense fog with 'very poor' AQI, urging caution and health measures.