Jharkhand Shivers: Yellow Alert for 11 Districts as Cold Wave Grips State, Gumla at 3.9°C

• Jharkhand is experiencing a severe cold wave, expected to continue until January 27th.
• Gumla recorded the lowest temperature at 3.9°C; most districts have single-digit minimums.
• Ranchi Meteorological Department issued a yellow alert for cold wave in 11 districts including Ranchi and Khunti.
• Westerly winds and snowfall in the Himalayas are intensifying the cold and causing dense fog.
• Palamu, Gumla, Garhwa may see temperatures drop to 4°C, with others like Ranchi at 6-7°C.

Why It Matters: Jharkhand faces extreme cold with a yellow alert for 11 districts; residents urged to take precautions.