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Delhi Shivers: Cold Wave Grips Region, Air Quality Declines
12 Jan
Summary
- Noida's air quality worsened to 'poor' category with AQI 260.
- Delhi recorded its lowest minimum temperature in 13 years.
- Cold wave conditions are expected to persist until Wednesday.
The air quality in Noida and surrounding regions, including Ghaziabad and Delhi, has deteriorated to the 'poor' category, with Noida recording an AQI of 260. Visibility was significantly reduced in the morning hours due to fog, though it improved later in the day. Specific areas within these cities registered varying AQI levels, with some falling into the 'very poor' classification.
Simultaneously, the National Capital Region is grappling with severe cold wave conditions, marking the season's first for Delhi. Several areas experienced record-low minimum temperatures, with Ayanagar hitting 2.9°C, the lowest January minimum in 13 years. Safdarjung, the city's base station, recorded 4.8°C, three degrees below normal.
The India Meteorological Department has forecast the persistence of cold wave conditions until Wednesday, issuing an orange alert for Tuesday and a yellow alert for Wednesday. Minimum temperatures are expected to remain in the 2-5°C range. Despite daytime sunshine, icy winds are predicted to keep maximum temperatures between 18-21°C.
