Jharkhand Shivers: Yellow Alert for Cold Wave in 9 Districts, No New Year Relief

• Severe cold wave grips Jharkhand; 9 districts, including Palamu, see minimum temperatures below 9°C.
• Meteorological Department issues Yellow Alert for cold wave in 7-8 districts like Palamu, Garhwa, Chatra, Gumla, Lohardaga, Latehar, and Ranchi.
• Palamu recorded a minimum of 6.8°C and maximum of 16°C; no significant temperature change expected for two days.
• Administration provides bonfires and advises elderly, children, and sick to take precautions and avoid unnecessary outdoor travel.
• Morning fog gives way to sun, but cold winds persist, making the chill unbearable, especially during mornings and nights.

Why It Matters: Jharkhand faces intense cold with a Yellow Alert; residents advised caution as no relief is expected for New Year.