IMD Warns of Poor Visibility as Cold Wave Continues Across State
Key Points:
- Dense fog expected to blanket north Jharkhand for next 48 hours
- Hazaribagh records state’s lowest temperature at 7.7 degrees Celsius
- Bokaro reports lowest visibility at 600 meters amid foggy conditions
RANCHI – The India Meteorological Department has issued a dense fog warning for northern Jharkhand regions, with visibility expected to drop significantly over the next two days.
The current weather conditions show varying patterns across districts. Temperatures continue to fall across the state.
Temperature Variations
Hazaribagh remains the coldest spot in Jharkhand. The mercury dipped to 7.7 degrees Celsius there.
Meanwhile, Ranchi recorded 10.4 degrees Celsius. The state capital experiences partly cloudy conditions.
“The combination of temperature fluctuations and moisture is causing these foggy conditions,” a meteorological expert explained.
District-wise Records
Gumla registered a chilly 7.9 degrees Celsius. The cold wave affects daily activities there.
Moreover, Jamshedpur’s local observatory noted 12.6 degrees Celsius. Daltonganj follows with 12 degrees.
Furthermore, Dhanbad recorded 10.1 degrees Celsius. Khunti reports 9.8 degrees.
Safety Measures
The IMD has issued specific travel advisories. Poor visibility affects morning commutes significantly.
Additionally, motorists must use fog lights. The department recommends reduced driving speeds.
On the other hand, railways might face scheduling challenges. The weather department monitors conditions continuously.
