Hooghly Freezes: Mercury Dips to 9°C, Northerly Winds Intensify Cold

• Hooghly's minimum temperature dropped to 9°C on Friday, a degree lower than Thursday's 10°C.
• Strong northerly winds are making the perceived temperature feel even colder, creating a "freezing situation" across the district.
• Dense fog is present, reducing visibility to between 200 and 999 meters in various areas.
• The Alipore Meteorological Department forecasts dry weather and persistent fog in Hooghly until Monday.
• Residents note this extreme cold is unusual, observed after many years, feeling like a freezing condition.

Why It Matters: Hooghly experiences severe cold with 9°C temperature, strong winds, and dense fog expected until Monday.