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Headline: Cold Wave Intensifies: IMD Predicts Harsher Winter with Extended Cold Wave Days for Northern and Central India
Lucknow, [Date – Assuming late November/Early December 2024 based on context] – Residents of Uttar Pradesh and surrounding regions should brace themselves for a significantly colder winter this year. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast indicating that the upcoming winter season, spanning from December 2024 to February 2025, will likely be colder than usual with an increase in the number of cold wave days.
The regional meteorological center reports that the chill has already begun to be felt, with northwesterly winds causing a noticeable drop in temperatures over the past few days. On Monday, winds blowing at 25-30 km/h brought a noticeable bite to the air. The maximum temperature in Lucknow on Monday was 25.6 degrees Celsius, a degree lower than Sunday’s. The minimum temperature dropped by 2.2 degrees to 10.6 degrees Celsius.
According to Atul Kumar Singh, a senior scientist at the regional meteorological center, the increased severity of the winter is attributed to a weak La Niña effect and a neutral Indian Ocean Dipole. This combination is expected to lead to lower-than-normal minimum temperatures across northern, central, and peninsular India.
The IMD predicts that the number of cold wave days will increase by two to five days this season compared to the usual four to six days. This poses a particular risk to vulnerable populations, including the elderly, children, and individuals with pre-existing conditions such as heart, lung, and joint problems.
Furthermore, the IMD cautions that dense fog is likely to disrupt railway, air, and road transportation services. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions to protect themselves from the cold and stay informed about weather updates.
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