Ludhiana, Dec. 24 -- The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for very dense fog in Ludhiana and adjoining areas till December 26, warning of poor visibility conditions that could disrupt road, rail and air traffic. A yellow alert for dense fog will remain in place on December 27, the weather department said on Tuesday.

According to the IMD, visibility in Ludhiana dropped to as low as 50 metres on Tuesday morning as the city continued to remain under a thick blanket of fog. The district has been witnessing persistent foggy conditions for nearly 10 days, beginning December 13, significantly affecting daily life and commute.

The IMD clarified that while fog conditions remain severe, there is currently no alert ...