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Delhi News: Delhi-NCR reported relatively less fog on Tuesday morning compared to the dense conditions witnessed on Monday. Although the India Meteorological
Department (IMD) had forecast dense fog, visibility remained largely clear. However, the city shivered as the minimum temperature dipped to 10°C overnight. The national capital continues to grapple with toxic air, prompting authorities to enforce Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage 4. The overall AQI in Delhi today recorded at 387 early Tuesday. Meanwhile, the Delhi Airport fight status on Monday saw a massive hit, with over 200 trips cancelling due to runway visibility dropping to nearly zero.
Delhi AQI Today and GRAP 4
GRAP 4 has imposed restrictions on several activities in the capital, including construction work and the entry of light commercial vehicles (LCVs) registered outside Delhi. While schools (check school status) have been advised to adopt a hybrid mode to safeguard children’s health, offices have been directed to implement a 50% work-from-home policy. The objective is to minimize outdoor movement unless absolutely necessary.
Current AQI as per the Ministry of Earth Sciences
Bawana - 397
Burari - 379
DTU, CPCB - 432
Dwarka Sector 8 - 399
IGI Airport - 330
Delhi Airport Flight Status
A total of 220 flights were reported to be disrupted due to the low visibility on the runway on Monday. Meanwhile, 5 flights were diverted to other cities as the dense fog posed a challenge to make a safe landing. Following this, thousands of people supposed to take their flights from various airlines, including IndiGo, were left disappointed at the airport.
(Links and how to check flight status of your respective airlines here)
Airlines Apologise
Delhi Weather Forecast
16 December: The day will see temperatures around 23°C during the day and 9°C at night with high humidity. Dense fog is expected during morning hours, and a warning is in place for reduced visibility.17 December: Day temperatures may reach 25°C while nights remain cold near 11°C with high humidity. Shallow fog is likely in the morning, with no warning issued.
18 December: Temperatures are expected to hover around 24°C in the daytime and 9°C at night. Shallow fog may occur during early hours, but there is no warning.
19 December: The weather will remain similar with a daytime high of about 24°C and a low of 9°C. Shallow morning fog is expected, and no warning has been issued.
20 December: Day temperatures may stay near 23°C with a minimum of around 9°C. Shallow fog is likely in the morning, with no warning in place.
21 December: The maximum temperature is expected to be around 24°C, while the minimum may dip to about 10°C with higher humidity. Moderate fog may develop in the morning, but no warning has been issued.
