Jharkhand Shivers: Khunti at 2.8°C, Yellow Alert for Cold Wave in 6 Districts
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News18•17-01-2026, 06:15
Jharkhand Shivers: Khunti at 2.8°C, Yellow Alert for Cold Wave in 6 Districts
- •Jharkhand continues to experience a severe cold wave, with temperatures dropping significantly across the state.
- •Khunti recorded the lowest minimum temperature at 2.8 degrees Celsius, making it the coldest district.
- •A 'Yellow Alert' for dense fog and severe cold wave is issued for Gumla, Simdega, Khunti, West Singhbhum, Ramgarh, and Bokaro.
- •Minimum temperatures in these 6 districts are expected to be around 6 to 7 degrees Celsius, affecting visibility and traffic.
- •Ranchi and Jamshedpur saw a slight increase in minimum temperatures, offering minor relief, but the cold persists.
Why It Matters: Jharkhand faces intense cold, with Khunti being the coldest; a yellow alert is issued for 6 districts.
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