Has the melting winter started? Before leaving home, read this latest update from IMD:

News India Live, Digital Desk: If you live in Uttar Pradesh, then in the last one or two days you must have felt that the morning and night air is no longer just cold, but has started pricking in the bones. Yes, the weather has taken a turn. The mild winter that we were experiencing till now is about to change.

According to the latest report of the Meteorological Department (IMD), a huge drop in temperature is being recorded in many districts of UP. Now the time has come for the ‘Melting Cold’ winter to begin.

The snow of the mountains froze the plains
In fact, the direct effect of snowfall in the mountains is visible on the plains. The icy winds coming from the north-west direction have engulfed the entire state. There may be some sunshine during the day, but as soon as the sun sets, the mercury is falling rapidly.

‘Double attack’ of fog (Fog Alert)
Along with cold, fog has also come to add to the trouble. Visibility has reduced significantly on many highways and open roads in the morning. If you are going to office or traveling somewhere in your car, then use the four lights and keep the speed slow. There is a possibility of dense fog in western UP and Terai areas.

More impact in these districts
If reports are to be believed, the effect of cold is being seen more in the districts of Western Uttar Pradesh like Noida, Ghaziabad, Meerut and Muzaffarnagar. At the same time, the chill in the morning and evening has increased in the capital Lucknow, Kanpur and Varanasi. The night temperature has started going below normal.

Take special care of health
This change in weather is a bit risky for health.

1. Layering: Do not rely only on one thick jacket, but do layering of clothes (one cloth on top of the other), this prevents air from reaching the body.
2. Drink warm water: Keep drinking lukewarm water to protect your throat from infection.
3. Attention to the elderly and children: Protect the elders and children of the house from the cold morning air, because this air can make one sick.

Overall, in UP now you will not feel like getting out of quilts and blankets. Take care of your health and enjoy the season, but with caution!