Hyderabad Wakes Up to Thick Fog, Low Visibility Disrupts Flights and Slows ORR Traffic

Hyderabad: Dense fog enveloped the outskirts of Hyderabad early on Friday, leading to flight disruptions at RGIA Shamshabad and causing poor visibility on major roads, including stretches of the Outer Ring Road (ORR). The sudden weather changes affected air and road travel, inconveniencing passengers and commuters.

The foggy conditions significantly reduced visibility, especially in southern parts of the city, prompting authorities to stay alert.

Flights Affected at RGIA Shamshabad

Low visibility at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport led to disruption of flight operations.

Flight impact details:

• A Delhi–Hyderabad flight of Air India was cancelled
• A Hyderabad–Tirupati flight of IndiGo was delayed
• Visibility dropped sharply during early morning hours

Airport officials monitored the situation until conditions improved.

Fog Blankets Hyderabad Outskirts

Several areas on the city’s outskirts were covered in thick fog, affecting daily movement.

Affected areas include:

• Rajendranagar
• Kismatpur
• Shamshabad
• Multiple stretches of the Outer Ring Road (ORR)

Motorists reported difficulty in navigating roads as fog reduced visibility to a few metres in some locations.

Traffic Movement Slows Due to Poor Visibility

Due to dense fog:

• Vehicles were seen moving at very slow speeds
• Commuters switched on fog lamps and hazard lights
• Traffic police advised motorists to drive cautiously

No major accidents were reported, but authorities urged people to avoid unnecessary early-morning travel.

Weather Alert for Early Morning Commuters

Officials warned that dense fog conditions may continue during early morning hours over the next few days, especially in open and low-lying areas around Hyderabad.

Commuters and air passengers have been advised to:

• Check flight status before heading to the airport
• Allow extra travel time
• Drive carefully on highways and ORR stretches

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