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Extreme Cold Grounds Flights in Northwestern Canada, Highlighting Winter Travel Risks

Extreme Cold Grounds Flights in Northwestern Canada, Highlighting Winter Travel Risks

Edmonton(Rajeev Sharma): A powerful Arctic cold wave has swept through far northwestern Canada, driving temperatures below –50°C and forcing airlines to cancel flights as aircraft became unsafe to operate. Even in clear weather, extreme cold can severely impact aviation by affecting engine performance, fuel systems, hydraulics, tires, and sensitive electronic equipment, creating serious safety risks on the ground and in the air. Aviation experts note that such conditions can cause metal components to become brittle, fluids to thicken, and onboard systems to malfunction, making normal operations impossible. As a result, airlines grounded aircraft to protect passenger safety and prevent long-term…
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Cold Wave Intensifies in Punjab: Yellow Alert Issued for Six Districts as Temperature Dips

Cold Wave Intensifies in Punjab: Yellow Alert Issued for Six Districts as Temperature Dips

National Times Bureau :- Punjab is now firmly in the grip of severe winter conditions, with the cold wave escalating to alarming levels across the state. The Meteorological Department on Friday issued a Yellow Alert for six districts, signalling the onset of dangerously low temperatures and harsh weather. The districts placed under the alert include Fazilka, Muktsar Sahib, Bathinda, Faridkot, Jalandhar and Moga, where icy winds and a sharp fall in minimum temperatures have created a heightened risk for vulnerable groups, particularly the elderly, children and those with health concerns. Officials have advised residents to take adequate precautions, avoid early…
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