Tue Dec 24 15:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Cold Wave Sweeps North India, Yellow Alert Issued for Punjab
**NEW DELHI** – A significant cold wave is sweeping across northern India, bringing plummeting temperatures and inclement weather. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a three-day yellow alert for Punjab, warning of potential disruptions. Heavy snowfall in the Himalayan states has resulted in a sharp increase in cold across Delhi and Haryana. Rajasthan is also bracing for a change in weather patterns, while the Kashmir Valley continues to experience sub-zero temperatures. Authorities in Himachal Pradesh are on high alert for the next five days.
In Uttar Pradesh, the weather has taken a dramatic turn, with Muzaffarnagar experiencing early morning rain and a significant increase in cold. The IMD has forecast rain across several districts, including Agra and Bareilly, and issued a dense fog alert. Cold winds and foggy conditions are expected to persist in the state following Christmas.
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