Archive · 18 Dec 2025
Health Alerts Issued Amid Cold Wave
Doctors and weather experts are warning people in Telangana, Thane, and Uttar Pradesh to be careful because it's getting colder.
This cold weather can make people sick with flu and other breathing problems.
Kids, older people, and those with health issues should be extra careful.
Doctors say to cover your mouth when you cough, wash your hands a lot, and stay away from crowds if you're sick.
In Uttar Pradesh, there's also a lot of fog, which is making it hard to see and causing traffic problems.
Everyone is advised to stay warm, drink lots of water, and see a doctor if they feel very sick.
Health alerts issued in Telangana, Thane, and Uttar Pradesh due to cold wave and rise in respiratory illnesses.
Vulnerable groups include pregnant women, children below 5, senior citizens above 65, and individuals with chronic conditions.
Preventive measures advised: cover mouth/nose while coughing/sneezing, wash hands frequently, avoid crowded places when unwell.
IMD issued red, orange, and yellow alerts for dense fog and cold day conditions in Uttar Pradesh, affecting traffic.
Temperature drops of 2-3°C in Telangana and up to 10°C in some areas of Uttar Pradesh reported.
- Who
- Residents of Telangana, Thane, and Uttar Pradesh, especially vulnerable groups
- What
- Health alerts issued due to cold wave and rise in respiratory illnesses
- When
- December 17-20, with ongoing cold weather conditions
- Where
- Telangana, Thane district, and Uttar Pradesh
- Why
- Dip in temperatures, dense fog, and increased air pollution leading to health risks
- Areas Affected
- Telangana, Thane, Uttar Pradesh
- Health Risks
- Seasonal flu, respiratory infections, allergies, skin diseases
- Vulnerable Groups
- Pregnant women, children below 5, senior citizens above 65, individuals with chronic conditions
- Preventive Measures
- Cover mouth/nose while coughing/sneezing, wash hands frequently, avoid crowded places when unwell, use masks during fog, drink water, eat hot food, get full sleep
- IMD Alerts
- Red, orange, and yellow alerts for dense fog and cold day conditions in Uttar Pradesh
- Temperature Drop
- 2-3°C in Telangana, 5-6°C below normal in Uttar Pradesh, up to 8-10°C drop in some areas
- Traffic Disruptions
- Affected road, rail, and air traffic due to low visibility in Uttar Pradesh
Sources
Seasonal Flu Warning Issued As Temperature Drops Across Telangana
Dense fog to persist in UP until December 20; IMD issues red alert for some districts
Thane: Cold Wave And Rising Pollution Trigger Surge In Respiratory And Seasonal Illnesses
Peak Coldwave Returns to Telangana, Hyderabad Shivers Below 10°C
Severe cold wave hits Telangana, temperatures to fall
