Cold Wave 2025: Check Facts, Causes And Affected Areas
By Jasreet Kaur03, Jan 2025 11:00 AMjagranjosh.com
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The Cold Wave of 2025 has brought extreme cold and dense fog to Northern India affecting states like Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh. Tap to read in detail what are the causes of cold waves?
Severity and Duration
Northern India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, is experiencing a severe cold wave with dense fog.
Primary Causes
Factors include high atmospheric pressure, cold westerly winds, snow cover in the Himalayas and persistent fog that intensify the chill.
Regions Affected
States like Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Rajasthan and the Indo-Gangetic plains are most impacted. Snowfall in the mountains has disrupted daily life.
Impact on Agriculture
Crops and plantations face damage due to frost, affecting farmer livelihoods. Livestock and wildlife also suffer due to extreme cold.
Health Concerns
Respiratory ailments, hypothermia and frostbite have become common. The elderly and children are the most vulnerable.
Transport Disruptions
Dense fog has reduced visibility, leading to delays in rail, road and air travel. This dense fog may also led to many accidents.