Delhi woke up to an inclement Wednesday morning as dense fog engulfed the national capital. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in several parts of Delhi dipped to “severe”, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The Met department issued an orange alert in the city at 8 am as visibility dipped to around 50 metres.
According to the Indian Meteorological Department’s (IMD) colour codes, a yellow alert calls for authorities to be aware, an orange alert calls for them to remain prepared, and a red alert calls for the most vigil and action.
