Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:23pm on 18 Jan 2024,Thursday Weather & Environment
Tamil Nadu's Ooty experiences an unusual cold spell with temperatures near zero degrees, affecting both locals and agriculture. Frost-covered lawns and dense fog create visibility issues. People resort to bonfires for warmth. Official data shows temperatures as low as 1 degree Celsius in some areas. Environmentalists link the unusual cold to global warming and El-nino effects. Tea plantations and vegetable farms face challenges, impacting production. Residents cope with health issues like difficulty breathing and headaches. The delayed onset of cold poses a significant challenge, prompting concerns about the region's climatic shifts.
