Delhi, December 23, 2023: A thick layer of fog has swallowed Delhi whole, cloaking the iconic landmarks and bustling streets in an ethereal chill. This comes as a biting cold wave continues to grip the national capital, sending temperatures plummeting and residents scurrying for warmth.
Visibility has dipped dramatically, with car headlights slicing through the dense white blanket like dim, distant stars. Flights have been delayed, commuters jostle for crowded buses, and the usual morning buzz of the city has taken on a muffled, introspective tone.
The minimum temperature dipped to a bone-chilling [insert current minimum temperature] degrees Celsius this morning, marking the coldest night of the season so far. The biting wind adds an extra layer of sting, nipping at exposed skin and sending shivers down spines.
The cold wave, coupled with the fog, has also exacerbated concerns about air quality. Pollutants trapped within the dense air mass could push the AQI (Air Quality Index) into the "severe" category, posing a health risk for residents, especially those with respiratory problems.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi, warning of dense fog and low visibility in the early morning hours. They advise commuters to exercise caution while driving and pedestrians to wear warm clothing and masks to protect themselves from the cold and air pollution.
As the city huddles against the winter's icy embrace, hopes are pinned on a rise in temperature later in the day. But for now, Delhi remains trapped in a surreal, monochromatic world of fog and frost, its vibrant pulse slowed by the frigid grip of winter.
