Uttar Pradesh Choked by Dense Morning Haze

Cities across Uttar Pradesh, such as Lucknow, Kanpur, and Varanasi, experienced a dense layer of haze on Tuesday morning, significantly obscuring visibility and blocking the sun. Visibility dropped to critical levels in some areas, including 30 meters in Prayagraj and 100 meters in Meerut. This occurrence is linked to humid easterly winds carrying moisture, creating conditions for haze and mist.

Meteorologists forecast that this hazy condition will likely continue for another two days. Temperatures across the region are expected to remain unusually high for the next four to five days, with light rainfall anticipated around March 15. The atmospheric stability over western and central India has contributed to these above-normal temperatures.

In Kanpur, the haze is attributed to radiation fog formation due to the contrast between daytime heat and cooler nights, with calm winds allowing moisture to condense on dust particles. Experts also point to seasonal transitions and increased humidity as factors creating suspended water droplets that scatter sunlight, leading to the hazy appearance. While less common in Agra, some areas along the Yamuna have also witnessed reduced visibility.

Scientists and environmentalists suggest that factors such as climate change, over-exploitation of resources, and excessive human activities may be contributing to this unusual weather pattern. There is also a warning of potential thunderstorms and high winds in the latter half of March and early April, which could impact standing crops.