#Meteorological Department alerts

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Jharkhand Braces for Heavy Monsoon Rains

Meteorological Department issues yellow alert for several districts Monsoon activity intensifies across Jharkhand, with Kolebira recording 80mm rainfall in 24 hours and more heavy showers forecast for coming days. RANCHI – The monsoon has picked up pace in Jharkhand, bringing substantial rainfall to various districts and prompting weather alerts for the coming week. Kolebira in Simdega district…

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Cyclone Dana to Hit Odisha-West Bengal Coasts on October 24 Night

Cyclone Dana is set to make landfall on Odisha-West Bengal coasts on the night of October 24, bringing severe winds, heavy rains, and a potential threat to coastal areas.

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दिल्ली में अगले दो दिन होगी बारिश, मौसम विभाग ने जारी किया येलो अलर्ट; सर्दी से पहले प्रदूषण की राजनीति शुरू

Delhi Weather Forcast: राजधानी दिल्ली के लोगों को मंगलवार को उमस भरी गर्मी का सामना करना पड़ा। दिनभर तेज धूप खिलने से अधिकतम तापमान सामान्य से दो डिग्री अधिक रहा। मौसम विभाग ने अनुमान जताया है कि अगले दो दिनों में दिल्ली में गरज के साथ हल्की से मध्यम बारिश हो सकती है। इसके लिए येलो अलर्ट भी जारी किया गया है। मौसम विभाग ने बताया कि बुधवार को अधिकतम और न्यूनतम तापमान क्रमश: 35 और 26 डिग्री…

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Cyclone Alert Issued for Pakistan's Coastal Areas

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a cyclone alert for the coastal regions of Sindh, including Karachi, due to severe weather conditions in the Arabian Sea. The cyclone, which has been classified as a deep depression, is expected to intensify and may bring heavy rains and strong winds to the area.Overnight, Karachi experienced intermittent heavy rainfall that has caused flooding in…

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मध्यप्रदेश के इन जिलों में अगले 24 घंटों में होगी भारी वर्षा

इटारसी। मध्यप्रदेश (Madhya Pradesh) के चार जिलों में अगले चौबीस घंटों में भारी से अति भारी वर्षा होने के आसार हैं। मौसम विभाग (Meteorological Department) ने यहां आरेंज अलर्ट (Orange Alert) जारी किया है। मध्यप्रदेश मौसम विभाग (Madhya Pradesh Meteorological Department) के अनुसार सीहोर (Sehore), देवास (Dewas), छिंदवाड़ा (Chhindwara) एवं बालाघाट (Balaghat) जिलों में कहीं-कहीं भारी से अति भारी वर्षा…

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भारी बारिश के चलते मौसम विभाग का हाई अलर्ट

उत्तराखंड के कमाऊ जिले में तेजी से चल रही भारी बारिश के चलते आसपास के कई इलाकों में बाढ़ जैसे हालात पैदा होते दिखाई दे रहे हैं जिसके कारण लोगों को भारी दिक्कतों का सामना करना पड़ रहा है| हालात यहां तक है कि बारिश के चलते नालों में आया उफान के कारण सड़क सड़कों पर पर्यटकों की कार पानी के तेज बहाव में खिलौनों की तरह बहती गई, दर्जनों वाहन पानी के तेज बहाव में फंसे दिखाई दिए हालांकि जब यह उफान आया तब…

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Hotels and homes destroyed, impassable roads and thousands of people cut off. This is how Acapulco, in the Mexican state of Guerrero, has been left after the passage of Hurricane Otis, the most powerful Pacific storm to make landfall on Mexican territory in the last 30 years. The cyclone, which in 12 hours went from a tropical storm to a category 5 hurricane, the highest possible classification, has left the popular tourist destination resembling a war zone with uprooted trees, debris, roofs torn off and buildings without walls. Neither the National Meteorological Service (SMN) nor local and federal authorities were able to predict the intensity of the hurricane. Scientists were also caught by surprise. The speed with which the cyclone intensified was unusual and forced Mexican authorities to issue an evacuation alert for the area just hours before Otis made landfall.

The SMN warned at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, that the hurricane would reach Acapulco at 6:00 p.m. the following day. However, the storm arrived earlier than expected and devastated the coastal city at 12:25 a.m. Wednesday. Winds of more than 270 kilometers per hour (168 mph) hit the town and the state of Guerrero, one of the poorest in the country, destroying everything in their path. More than 500,000 people were left without electricity, internet and telephone connection in the early hours of the morning and only part of the service has so far been restored. The breakdown of communications has complicated access to the affected areas and there is still no official information on the number of victims and the amount of damage caused, although it is expected that material losses will amount to millions of dollars.

The unusual power of the hurricane has attracted the attention of the scientific community, which links the devastating power of Otis to the El Niño season, a phenomenon associated with changes in the atmosphere and the fluctuation of water temperature in the Pacific. “There is a hypothesis that it could be related to the rise in ocean temperature, which does not mean that there are more hurricanes, but it does mean that when there is one, the cyclone accelerates its formation by taking on more energy under these conditions,” explains Claudia Rojas of the Department of Process Engineering and Hydraulics of the Metropolitan Autonomous University (UAM).

There are those who point to a relationship between climate change and the strength of hurricanes, although the scientific community is still investigating the matter. “El Niño is inducing these cyclones to reach high categories. However, it is difficult to attribute the responsibility for Hurricane Otis to climate change,” says Christian Domínguez, a researcher at the Institute of Atmospheric Sciences of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). “What is known on a global scale is that with climate change there will be fewer hurricanes in the Pacific, but they will be more intense,” he adds. “With the information we currently have, it is not so clear that the intensity has to do with climate change because there are not so many historical records, although we have not ruled it out.”

After making landfall, Otis was downgraded to a tropical storm after depositing heavy rainfall in several states in central and southern Mexico. However, the threat has not yet passed. “The risk is not only posed by the strength of the winds. There are more dangers that such a phenomenon can entail, such as landslides and the flooding of rivers and streams,” says Domínguez. In Acapulco, some 20,000 people live in areas susceptible to flooding or landslides. The hurricane season in the Pacific begins around May 15 and ends around November 30, as such Guerrero could still experience the consequences of other cyclones, says Rojas. “Research work has shown that after a prolonged drought, very intense rainfall events occur, as is the case with tropical cyclones that can reach these [high] categories.”

Otis is not the first hurricane in recent years to strengthen so rapidly. In 2015, Tropical Storm Patricia escalated to a Category 5 hurricane in 10 hours. The difference with the current phenomenon was that it did so offshore, and authorities in the states of Jalisco, Colima and Nayarit were able to evacuate 50,000 people before it made landfall. The storm, catalogued by the SMN as “extremely dangerous” and by the media as the “largest in history,” quickly lost strength after making landfall in Mexican territory thanks to the mountainous system of the Sierra Madre Occidental, which eroded the outer ring of the cyclone and prevented greater damage and devastation. Guerrero, in this case, did not have the same luck.

Acapulco International Airport, which receives millions of tourists every year, has been completely flooded and suffered serious damage to its infrastructure, forcing the suspension of all flights. The main highways are also closed, preventing communications with Mexico City. Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador had ordered his Security Cabinet to go to the affected area, but on seeing the seriousness of the situation, he decided to personally supervise the rescue efforts himself. The Mexican army has initiated an emergency protocol and 37 shelters have been set up throughout the state for victims.

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Heavy Rainfall Continues Across Jharkhand, Yellow Alert Issued

Meteorological Department Predicts Widespread Showers Until July 8 Farmers welcome rain for agriculture, but continuous downpours hinder paddy sowing. RANCHI – Jharkhand, including capital Ranchi, has been experiencing heavy rainfall since late Monday night, with the Meteorological Department forecasting continued showers until July 8. "A yellow alert has been issued for heavy rain and…

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From collapsed roofs to submerged streets, the impact has been felt across various regions, with the situation particularly dire in and around the east-central province of Mazowieckie (which includes the capital, Warsaw) and the central-western province of Greater Poland (Wielkopolska).

In the Warsaw neighborhood of Natolin, multiple warehouse roofs have been severely damaged.

In Chlebnia, a village near the town of Grodzisk Mazowiecki, the roof of a logistics center for a clothing retail chain collapsed while a dozen or more people were believed to be inside. Firefighters are conducting a rescue operation. Aspirant (Asp) Krzysztof Stefaniak from the fire department reported that “an emergency call about a damaged warehouse roof came in around 1:25 PM. [local time] Firefighters arrived and began operations.”. “Fortunately, there is currently no information about any injuries,” he added.. The storms have also flooded a tunnel in Żyrardów, a town 45 kilometers west of Warsaw, further complicating the situation.

Greater Poland underwater In the western region of Greater Poland (Wielkopolska), the storms have caused significant flooding, with streets and cars in the region submerged following a massive downpour. “We’ve received nearly 600 reports of flooding and related incidents across the region,” said Martin Halasz from the Wielkopolska Fire Service. The situation is most severe in the city of Ostrów Wielkopolski, where national roads 11 and 12 have been inundated, and numerous properties have been affected. Firefighters are working to pump water from buildings, including a Tax Office and local schools.

The city hall of Ostrów Wielkopolski reported that rainfall has caused severe flooding and road closures.

“We urge residents to exercise caution and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary,” the statement said.

Gloomy forecast ahead

Looking ahead, the forecast remains grim. The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management has issued high-level alerts for severe weather conditions across most of the country.

“We expect intense rainfall, storms, and strong winds to continue,” warned a meteorologist.

The highest level three warnings are in place for the West Pomeranian, Lubusz, Lower Silesia, and Greater Poland provinces, with rainfall predicted to reach up to 80 mm and wind gusts up to 125 km/h.

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Typhoon Koinu Strikes Taiwan: Record Winds Injure 190

TAIPEI — Early Thursday morning, Taiwan experienced the fierce onslaught of Typhoon Koinu. Directly translating to «puppy» in Japanese, this typhoon might bear a benign name, but its effects were anything but gentle. As it tore through southern Taiwan, it left 190 people injured in its wake, though no deaths have been reported.

A Historic Weather Phenomenon

Typhoon Koinu brought with it unprecedented wind speeds, marking a significant event in Taiwan’s meteorological history. As it neared Taiwan on Wednesday night, a monitoring station situated on Orchid Island, off the southeastern coast of the country’s main island, clocked a wind gust reaching a staggering 342.7 kph (212.9 mph). Sustained winds weren’t far behind, registering at 198.7 kph (123.5 mph). Huang Chia-mei, who leads the Central Weather Administration’s Taitung Weather Station, confirmed that these measurements surpassed all recorded wind speeds since Taiwan began its record-keeping in 1897. However, the instrument capturing this historic data met its demise shortly after, unable to withstand Koinu’s might.

By Thursday afternoon, the typhoon’s sustained winds had decreased to 155 kph (96 mph) with gusts dropping to 191 kph (119 mph), but its impact remained palpable throughout the region.

Nationwide Closures and Disruptions

Heavy rain primarily inundated the eastern counties of Taitung and Hualien, with Pingtung county in the south also facing the typhoon’s wrath. This led to widespread cancellations of school and work across various cities, most prominently in the southern port city of Kaohsiung. In contrast, the capital, Taipei, experienced a relatively calm morning as the rain ceased.

As reports from Taiwan’s fire department came in, the west coast cities bore the brunt of the injuries, including major centers such as Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung.

The storm also significantly impacted the travel sector. Domestic flights faced widespread cancellations, with several international flights also affected. Ferry services to the surrounding islands were suspended, causing disruptions for both residents and tourists.

Anticipated Impact on Southern China

Though Typhoon Koinu is showing signs of weakening, it’s set to bring heavy rainfall to the coastal regions of southern China in the upcoming weekend. Preemptive measures have already been initiated in cities like Guangzhou, where select flights and trains have been canceled. Meanwhile, maritime authorities have issued a Level 4 alert, urging caution.

The neighboring Fujian province hasn’t been complacent either, with a total of 137 passenger ferry trips being called off in anticipation of the storm.

Taiwan’s Tryst with Typhoons

Taiwan’s geographical location makes it vulnerable to tropical cyclones. However, direct hits have been infrequent in recent years. Typhoon Koinu marks only the second typhoon to make landfall in the past four years. It closely follows Typhoon Haikui, which affected Taiwan earlier in September.

Conclusion

Typhoon Koinu, despite its endearing name, will be remembered in Taiwan’s history for its record-breaking wind speeds and widespread disruptions. As it moves towards southern China, communities brace themselves, hoping the storm continues to lose its strength. The resilience of the Taiwanese community will be tested in the days to come as they embark on the path to recovery.

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Cyclone Alert Issued for Pakistan's Coastal Areas

The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a cyclone alert for the coastal regions of Sindh, including Karachi, due to severe weather conditions in the Arabian Sea. The cyclone, which has been classified as a deep depression, is expected to intensify and may bring heavy rains and strong winds to the area. Overnight, Karachi experienced intermittent heavy rainfall that has caused flooding…

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"Tsunami Alert: How Karachi is Preparing for the Worst"

 The Threat of Tsunami in Karachi

KARACHI: Due to the possibility of intensifying monsoon currents in Sindh starting tomorrow (Tuesday).  the Met office issued an urban flooding advisory for Karachi and other cities on            Monday.

Dr. Sardar Sarfaraz, chief meteorologist, noted that the current weather system was anticipated to gradually get worse, first affecting southeast portions of Sindh on Tuesday afternoon or in the evening, and then affecting northeast areas, including Karachi, late at night with sporadic heavy rainfall. According to him, the heaviest rain is predicted to fall starting on June 11 when the low pressure region that is developing in eastern India would enter Pakistan and gather strength from the weather over the Arabian Sea. "After that, it probably will have an impact on all of Sindh. But prior to that, there would be intermittent mild to high falls in numerous areas of the province, he added, noting that the current weather pattern had obstructed the sea breeze, making Karachi hot and muggy.

Areas Which May Be Affected:

According to the Met department advisory, sea conditions are predicted to turn difficult or very rough from Jun 10 through 15, and fishermen are urged to exercise additional caution.rain-thunderstorms with scattered heavy falls are expected in Tharparkar, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Badin, Tando Mohammad Khan, Tando Allahyar, Hyderabad, Matiari, Thatta, Sujawal, Sanghar, Shaheed Benazirabad, Khairpur, Sukkur, Larkana, Ghotki, Kashmore, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Dadu, Jamshoro and Qambar Shahdadkot during Jun 9-15.

In low-lying parts of Karachi, Hyderabad, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allahyar, Dadu, Jamshoro, Qambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, and Sukkur throughout the projected period, heavy rains may cause water logging or urban flooding. From June 12, rainfall intensity is also anticipated to increase in Balochistan's northeastern and southern districts, which could result in flash floods in the districts of Dadu, Jamshoro, Qambar Shahdadkot, and downstream.

It further said that more strain could be placed on Hub dam, Thaddo dam, and areas downstream by persistently heavy rainfall over the Khuzdar, Lasbela, and Hub districts and across the Kirthar range.

History Of Floods & Tsunami In Coastal Belt Of Pakistan:

Karachi, the largest city in Pakistan, is located on the coast of the Arabian Sea. While the city has not experienced a tsunami in recent history, experts have expressed concern that any major earthquake could trigger a tsunami along Karachi's coast due to deep seas and unusual underground geographical changes. In 1945, a deadly earthquake occurred 100 miles south of Karachi in the Northern Arabian Sea, triggering a tsunami which resulted in the loss of over 4,000 lives. Since then, no tsunami has occurred off the coast of Karachi. However, the location of the city makes it susceptible to a host of climatic disasters. Legislation is essential to timely evacuate residents from coastal settlements in the event of an earthquake. In 2005, following an earthquake in Muzaffarabad, the seismic center of Karachi was made more efficient and three tsunami warning towers have been installed since then.

Geography:

Geographically, the coastal belt of Sindh and Balochistan, which covers an area of 1,100 km, has witnessed tsunamis triggered by earthquakes as well as islands emerging in the coastal areas. These extraordinary activities certainly point to the presence of underground gases and other factors.

Risk Of Tsunami:

According to Ameer Haider Laghari, Director Meteorological Department, Karachi, earthquakes have two causes: one is fault line and the other is boundary line. The risk of tsunami in Karachi cannot be ruled out due to the presence of three seismic plates in which the subdivision is slowly sinking.

Measures Taken By Government:

Two more warning towers have been installed in coastal areas of Balochistan in Gwadar and Pisni. About 14 towers will be installed by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) at various places in Sindh in the near future. The main purpose of installing these towers is to warn residents of coastal areas in case of any emergency. Tide gauges have been installed at various coastal areas of Sindh and Balochistan to monitor sea waves. In this regard, not only is the situation monitored but also alerts are issued if the height of waves exceeds 6 meters. A tsunami alert is usually issued for an earthquake measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale in the Arabian Sea.

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD):

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) holds responsibility for seismic monitoring and tsunami early warning in Pakistan. It is their liability to disseminate earthquake information to government and non-government organizations as well as to the public after any event occurs. All stations are linked with central recording stations at Karachi and Islamabad through satellite communication systems. Beside broad band stations, a parallel program for installing short period (1s) sensors for close monitoring of faults and local seismicity is running.

Floods In The History:

In addition to tsunamis, Pakistan has also experienced severe flooding throughout its history. In August 2010, Pakistan suffered one of its most severe floods that affected approximately 20 million people and destroyed homes, crops and infrastructure. The floods caused over $14.9 billion worth of damage and $15.2 billion worth of economic losses. The housing; agriculture and livestock; and transport and communications sectors suffered the most significant damage at $5.6 billion; $3.7 billion; and $3.3 billion respectively. Sindh was the worst affected province with close to 70 percent of total damages and losses followed by Balochistan; Khyber Pakhtunkhwa; and Punjab. The floods affected 33 million people and more than 1730 lost their lives. They particularly impacted the poorest and most vulnerable districts with flood waters stagnant in many areas causing water-borne and vector-borne diseases to spread. More than 8 million displaced people faced a health crisis with loss of household incomes; assets; rising food prices; and disease outbreaks impacting vulnerable groups. Women suffered notable losses particularly those associated with agriculture and livestock. The national poverty rate may increase by 3.7 to 4 percentage points potentially pushing between 8.4 and 9.1 million more people below poverty line while multidimensional poverty can potentially increase by 5.9 percentage points implying that an additional 1.9 million households are at risk of being pushed into non-monetary poverty.

National Flood Protection Plan:

The government has already started updating its national flood protection plan by adopting global best practices for updating its flood risk framework. Early warning systems that make use of weather data and modeling can alert authorities to an expected flood and give them time to start evacuations and put in place contingencies for critical sectors such as agriculture.

International Water Management Institute (IWMI):

Flood inundation models developed by the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) and partners have helped to anticipate the depth and extent of flooding in Sri Lanka allowing governments and communities to take preemptive measures that reduce the negative effects. Insurance schemes supported by the government can also help small-scale farmers; businesses; and households recover after a climate event. IWMI and its partners have piloted index-based flood insurance in India and Bangladesh offering protection for agricultural livelihoods during floods limiting the long-term effect on food systems and food security.

Compensation:

Compensation for flood damage to crops totaled $150,000 between 2017 and 2020 allowing 7,000 families to repair their homes and farms and recover from the losses. Another example is the use of nature-based solutions or green infrastructure to harness the ability of ecosystems like wetlands to regulate water flow and absorb flood water.

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, while Karachi has not experienced a tsunami in recent history it is important for residents and authorities to remain vigilant and prepared for such an event. The installation of warning towers and tide gauges along with legislation for timely evacuation are important steps towards ensuring safety of residents in case of a tsunami.

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[ad_1] Kullu: The State Police rescued around 5,000 tourists stranded at Solang Nala, a popular ski resort in Himachal Pradesh 's Kullu district, on Friday, as heavy snowfall disrupted normalcy in the Himalyan region of the country. Kullu police said that a rescue operation was launched on December 27 after about 1,000 vehicles got stranded in Solang Nala."Due to fresh snowfall today on 27.12.2024, about 1000 tourists and other vehicles were stuck in Solang Nala. There were about 5000 tourists in these vehicles. The vehicles and tourists have been rescued by Kullu Police and taken to safe places. The rescue operation is still going on," Kullu police said in a post on X.Meanwhile, heavy snowfall and cold waves will continue to grip Himachal Pradesh, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday.The IMD issued an orange alert for snowfall and cold waves in the state for December 27 and 28.Himachal Pradesh has witnessed heavy rainfall and snowfall across six districts, including Lahaul-Spiti, Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Shimla, and Kinnaur.From December 29 onwards, a renewed cold wave is expected to impact the plains, including Bilaspur, Hamirpur, and Una districts. These areas, along with Mandi, Kullu, and Chamba, are likely to remain under severe cold conditions until January 1.Dense fog is also expected in isolated locations on January 1, which could further reduce visibility and worsen travel conditions.Shimla city recorded a temperature of around 5°C on Friday, with a slight rise expected on December 28. However, after December 29, a significant drop in minimum temperatures is likely. The IMD has advised residents and travellers to remain cautious and take necessary precautions, especially in snow-affected regions, where road blockages and disruptions are expected. With heavy snowfall and severe cold conditions intensifying, the state is bracing for a challenging weather phase in the coming days. With inputs from ANI                    [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] Kullu: The State Police rescued around 5,000 tourists stranded at Solang Nala, a popular ski resort in Himachal Pradesh 's Kullu district, on Friday, as heavy snowfall disrupted normalcy in the Himalyan region of the country. Kullu police said that a rescue operation was launched on December 27 after about 1,000 vehicles got stranded in Solang Nala."Due to fresh snowfall today on 27.12.2024, about 1000 tourists and other vehicles were stuck in Solang Nala. There were about 5000 tourists in these vehicles. The vehicles and tourists have been rescued by Kullu Police and taken to safe places. The rescue operation is still going on," Kullu police said in a post on X.Meanwhile, heavy snowfall and cold waves will continue to grip Himachal Pradesh, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday.The IMD issued an orange alert for snowfall and cold waves in the state for December 27 and 28.Himachal Pradesh has witnessed heavy rainfall and snowfall across six districts, including Lahaul-Spiti, Chamba, Kangra, Kullu, Shimla, and Kinnaur.From December 29 onwards, a renewed cold wave is expected to impact the plains, including Bilaspur, Hamirpur, and Una districts. These areas, along with Mandi, Kullu, and Chamba, are likely to remain under severe cold conditions until January 1.Dense fog is also expected in isolated locations on January 1, which could further reduce visibility and worsen travel conditions.Shimla city recorded a temperature of around 5°C on Friday, with a slight rise expected on December 28. However, after December 29, a significant drop in minimum temperatures is likely. The IMD has advised residents and travellers to remain cautious and take necessary precautions, especially in snow-affected regions, where road blockages and disruptions are expected. With heavy snowfall and severe cold conditions intensifying, the state is bracing for a challenging weather phase in the coming days. With inputs from ANI                    [ad_2] Source link

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Cold wave in UP, 7 degree torture in Delhi… Meteorological Department alert increases tension