North India Statesman
News India Live, Digital Desk: Everyone likes the winter season, but this time the mood of nature in Bihar has surprised everyone. There was a time when people used to go to Kashmir or Jammu to enjoy the cold, but at present the situation is such that our Bihar is colder than Jammu Feeling it. The latest data of the Meteorological Department shows that in many districts of Bihar the mercury has fallen so rapidly that it has left behind even the cold of the mountains.
What does ‘Orange Alert’ mean in Bihar?
Meteorological Department in many parts of the state orange alert Has been released. This simply means that for the next few days, severe cold and dense fog can cause disruption in your travel and work. Visibility is decreasing so much in the morning that it has become difficult to drive on the roads. Also, the icy winds coming from the north have created a ‘cold wave’ situation, due to which shivering is felt not only at night but also during the day.
Why is Bihar colder than Jammu?
It seems a bit strange to hear that how can Jammu and Kashmir, situated in the lap of the Himalayas, be less cold than Bihar? Actually, there are scientific reasons behind this. The cold winds coming from the mountains come to a halt in the plains of Bihar. Due to the blanket of fog, the sun’s rays are not able to reach the ground, due to which a ‘day cold’ situation is created. Cities like Patna, Gaya and Bhagalpur have recorded a steep drop in minimum temperatures.
Its impact on common life
Children, the elderly and workers have been most affected by this cold wave. Due to severe cold, changes have been made in the timings of schools and colleges. At the same time, due to fog, long distance trains and flights are also running late by hours from their scheduled time. Now only bonfires are left to support people on the footpaths and railway stations of Patna.
A little caution, great safety
It is most important to take care of health in such weather. Try to leave the house early in the morning or late at night only when absolutely necessary. Do not leave warm clothes and keep drinking lukewarm water. Make sure to use ‘fog lights’ while driving because dense fog can be fatal at any time.
This trend of weather is likely to continue for a few more days. A further drop in temperature may be seen in the coming week. So just stay snuggled under the blanket and take full care of your health.
How are you coping with this harsh cold? Is it as cold as Jammu in your area? Please tell us your situation in the comments.
