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Delhi-NCR Wakes to Dense Fog, AQI in Poor Zone; Travel Disrupted

Dense fog engulfed Delhi-NCR on Monday morning, drastically reducing visibility to below 50 metres and severely disrupting road, rail, and air travel. The Air Quality Index remained in the moderate to poor categories, with Anand Vihar and Dwarka recording some of the highest readings. Weather officials warn that foggy conditions are likely to persist for the next six days, though a gradual clearing is expected from Tuesday. However, a new western disturbance is forecast to affect northwest India later in the week, potentially bringing cloud cover and light rain.

Key Points: Delhi Fog: Poor AQI, Low Visibility Disrupt Travel | Updates

  • AQI in poor to moderate range
  • Visibility below 50 metres
  • Flight and train delays
  • Fog to persist for six days
  • Western disturbance expected later this week
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Delhi-NCR wakes up to dense fog with AQI in moderate to poor categories

Dense fog blankets Delhi-NCR with AQI in moderate to poor range, visibility below 50m disrupts flights, trains, and road traffic. Forecast details inside.

"visibility dropped to below 50 metres, severely affecting vehicular movement - Officials"

New Delhi, Feb 2

Several parts of the Delhi-National Capital Region woke up to dense fog on Monday morning, with the Air Quality Index remaining in the moderate to poor categories, according to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board.

As per CPCB data, AQI levels were recorded at 242 in Anand Vihar, 222 in Bawana, 157 at Burari Crossing, 217 in Chandni Chowk, 158 at DTU, 240 in Dwarka Sector-8, 132 at IGI Airport (T3), 141 at IIT Delhi, 194 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, 116 at Lodhi Road, 232 at R.K. Puram, 207 in Patparganj, and 208 in Sonia Vihar.

The Delhi-adjacent areas witnessed misty conditions in the early morning hours. Air quality in Ghaziabad remained in the 'poor' category, with an AQI of 259 recorded in the morning, according to CPCB data.

In several parts of Delhi and NCR, visibility dropped to below 50 metres, severely affecting vehicular movement on major roads and highways. Officials stated that visibility conditions were likely to deteriorate further in the coming hours due to persistent fog.

Major transit hubs, including the Indira Gandhi International Airport and several railway stations, reported delays as shallow to moderate fog continued well past sunrise. Commuters travelling on the DND Flyway and the Delhi-Gurgaon Expressway were advised to drive cautiously, use fog lights, and maintain low speeds amid hazardous conditions.

Delhi's weather is expected to change in the coming days. From February 3, skies are likely to gradually clear. However, another western disturbance is expected to affect north-west India from the night of February 5, potentially bringing cloud cover and drizzle towards the end of the week.

Morning fog is expected to persist for the next six days. During the first week of February, maximum temperatures may gradually rise to around 24-25 degrees Celsius, bringing a mild sense of warmth during daytime hours.

North India, including Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, is also expected to witness notable weather changes as two western disturbances move across the region in quick succession, possibly leading to light rainfall in parts of north-west India later this week.

- IANS

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Priya S
My flight from IGI was delayed by 2 hours today because of this fog. The visibility was practically zero on the expressway. It's becoming a yearly winter ritual now – fog, pollution, and travel chaos. Stay safe on the roads, everyone!
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Aman W
At least Lodhi Road and the airport area have 'moderate' AQI. Shows that green cover and open spaces make a difference. We need more such lungs in the city. The coming western disturbance might help wash some of this away, hopefully.
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Sarah B
I live in Ghaziabad and the 'poor' AQI is a daily reality. My kids' school has started keeping them indoors during morning assembly. This is no way to live. The authorities need to coordinate with NCR states, not just Delhi.
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Vikram M
The data is useful, but what about the health advisory? When AQI is poor, there should be clearer warnings for senior citizens and people with asthma. Many of us have to commute regardless of the fog and pollution.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while the article reports the facts, it misses the human angle. The economic cost of these delays, the health burden on the poor who can't afford air purifiers... that's the real story. The focus shouldn't just be on data points.
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