The UK could see a White Christmas this year, with the Met Office predicting sleet and snow between December 24 and January 7. Snow is more likely on higher ground in the north, while London and southern areas may experience settled conditions. Meteorologists caution that the forecast remains uncertain and clearer predictions will emerge five days before Christmas. Historically, snow has fallen on Christmas Day in about half of the years since 1960, though widespread snowy landscapes are rare. The forecast follows disruptions caused by Storm Darragh, which left 24,000 homes without power earlier this week.

Delhi’s air quality worsened to the ‘poor’ category on Tuesday, with an AQI of 224 at 8 am. The average AQI rose to 229, up from 186 on Monday. The minimum temperature dropped to 8°C, two degrees below normal, and is expected to dip further to 6°C by Thursday. Meteorologists attribute the drop in temperature to cold northwesterly winds and fresh snowfall in the mountains. Delhi also recorded its lowest maximum temperature of the season at 21.6°C on Monday. Of 38 air monitoring stations, 28 reported poor air quality, while the rest recorded moderate levels.

Storm Darragh continues to disrupt the UK as over 50,000 homes and businesses remain without power. Gusts exceeding 90mph were recorded in multiple regions, including Wales and the South West, as the storm caused widespread damage. Engineers have been working tirelessly to restore power, with more than 1.5 million customers reconnected since the storm began. Tragically, two men were killed when trees fell on their vehicles in Birmingham and Lancashire. The National Grid is working to restore electricity, with engineers focused on affected areas in South Wales, the West Midlands, and beyond.

The Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines erupted on December 9, spewing a massive ash column 3,000 meters high. Located on Negros Island, the volcano emitted red-hot ashes and debris, prompting the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology to call for evacuations within a 6-kilometer radius. Officials warned of a potential escalation in eruptions as magmatic activity intensifies. Videos on social media captured the dramatic cauliflower-shaped ash plume. Kanlaon is among the Philippines' 24 active volcanoes and has shown heightened activity, with an earlier gas release in September displacing hundreds of residents. Authorities remain on high alert.

The Met Office issued a fresh yellow wind warning on Sunday for much of England and Wales, with gusts reaching up to 80mph. This comes after Storm Darragh caused widespread devastation, including two deaths and power cuts affecting 200,000 homes. Heavy rain and winds exceeding 90mph hit parts of the UK on Saturday, with the highest speed recorded at 96mph in Devon. Authorities warned of travel disruptions, fallen trees, and flooding as 50 flood warnings and 130 flood alerts remain in place. The dangerous conditions are expected to persist until 6 PM Sunday, urging millions to stay indoors.

Delhi witnessed a chilly Sunday morning with the minimum temperature dropping to 8°C, 2°C below the seasonal average, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the 'poor' category at 276. Humidity levels peaked at 94%. The IMD forecasted cloudy skies with a possibility of light rain or drizzle during the day. Maximum temperatures are expected around 24°C. Southeast surface winds at 10-16 kmph will dominate through the day, with mist or shallow fog likely in the evening. Monday and Tuesday may see clearer skies with occasional smog or moderate fog.

Storm Darragh has wreaked havoc across the UK, with 93mph winds causing widespread damage. A man in his 40s tragically died after a tree fell on his van in Lancashire. Over 55,000 homes are without power, primarily in South Wales, with National Grid reporting 376,000 restorations so far. Dyfed-Powys Police declared a major incident in Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire, Ceredigion, and Powys. The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool was canceled, with flights and train services also disrupted. A rare government alert warns of "risk to life" as a red weather warning remains in effect until Sunday morning.

Storm Darragh has battered the UK and Ireland, bringing gusts of up to 93mph, killing a man in Lancashire after a tree fell on his van. The Met Office issued a rare red warning for wind, urging millions to stay indoors due to life-threatening conditions. Over 86,000 homes are without power, and major disruptions include train suspensions, bridge closures, and flight cancellations across Heathrow and other airports. The Merseyside derby was postponed, while authorities warned of falling debris and dangerous waves. An amber warning remains until Sunday morning, with residents advised to gather essentials and prepare for further disruptions.

Storm Darragh has caused major disruptions across the UK and Ireland, with winds reaching up to 90mph. A red "danger to life" warning has been issued, and the government sent a mobile phone alert to three million people. Flights have been delayed, trains cancelled, and several bridges, including the Severn and Prince of Wales, are closed. Christmas events have been postponed, and all Welsh football matches have been called off. In Ireland, strong winds have left some residents unable to leave their homes, with power outages and phone issues worsening the situation.

Storm Darragh, the fourth named storm of the season, has caused severe weather across the UK and Ireland. A rare red "danger to life" warning has been issued, affecting Wales and parts of the South West of England. Wind speeds of up to 90mph and large waves are expected, with disruptions to transport and power. The government issued a text alert to three million people, advising them to stay indoors. The storm, which started in Ireland, is moving towards the British Isles. People are urged to gather essentials and avoid unnecessary travel.