Uttarakhand Shivers: Dry Cold, Toxic Air & Fog Grip State; Yellow Alert Issued

• Uttarakhand faces severe "dry cold" due to lack of rain, causing widespread difficulties for residents.
• Dehradun's Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeds 200-300 in areas, making air toxic and affecting respiratory health.
• IMD issues 'Yellow Alert' for dense fog in plains (Haridwar, Udham Singh Nagar), reducing visibility and impacting traffic.
• Dry cold threatens Rabi crops with frost in mountains and increases viral/skin issues in plains due to lack of moisture.
• Weather remains dry until Dec 20; light rain/snow expected around Dec 21 in higher Himalayas, offering some relief.

Why It Matters: Uttarakhand battles severe dry cold, toxic air, and dense fog, impacting health, crops, and daily life.