Weather Update: The (IMD) has issued a significant weather warning, predicting heavy to very heavy rain, dense fog, and thunderstorms across various regions of the country in the coming days. Here’s a detailed update on the expected weather conditions.

• Current Scenario:
  • Light rain has been reported in Delhi-NCR, increasing the cold and reducing visibility.
  • Dense fog disrupted visibility across the region on Friday morning, affecting road, rail, and air traffic.
  • Several flights at the Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) were delayed, and passengers experienced significant travel disruptions.
• Warning:
  • An orange alert has been issued for dense fog in parts of Delhi, Punjab, and Haryana.
  • More rain is predicted in the Delhi-NCR region over the next two days.

• Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttar Pradesh:
  • Light to moderate rain is expected.
• Madhya Pradesh:
  • Some regions might experience light to moderate rainfall.
• Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand:
  • Rain and snowfall are expected in hilly areas.

• Tamil Nadu and Kerala:
  • IMD has issued a warning for heavy rains with thunderstorms.

• Western States (Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Western Uttar Pradesh, and Chandigarh):
  • Rainfall is likely due to a Western Disturbance becoming active from January 18.

• Western Disturbance:
  • The activation of a Western Disturbance over the Himalayan region and northwestern plains is expected to bring rain and snow between January 18-22.
• Cold Wave Conditions:
  • Dense fog and cold wave-like conditions are likely to persist in Punjab, Haryana, eastern Rajasthan, and parts of Uttar Pradesh and the Northeast.

• Delhi-NCR:
  • Trains and flights continue to be affected by dense fog, causing delays and inconvenience for passengers.
• Chandigarh and Northern States:
  • Travelers are advised to plan their journeys cautiously as visibility might remain poor.

• Stay Alert: Follow local weather updates and advisories.
• Travel Precautions: Exercise caution while driving in areas with dense fog and avoid non-essential travel during heavy rains.
• Prepare for Disruptions: Expect delays in transportation services and disruptions in daily activities due to fog and rain.