1. Shivajinagar and Lohegaon experience unseasonably high temperatures over the weekend, with temperatures above normal by 4-6 degrees.
  2. The rise in night temperature is attributed to increased atmospheric moisture levels brought in by southwesterly winds.
  3. Scientist SD Sanap from IMD Pune explains that the southwesterly wind has brought a significant amount of moisture over the state, leading to a sharp increase in minimum temperature.
  4. The pattern of high temperatures and moisture is expected to continue for the next few days.
  5. Dense fog blankets the city on Sunday morning, causing slow traffic movement on highways due to reduced visibility.
  6. The IMD predicts similar foggy conditions for the upcoming days, advising citizens to plan road trips after 9 am.
  7. Concerns are raised about the impact of the unusual weather on crops, particularly onions.
  8. Scientists and agriculture department officials warn that the sudden temperature increase and dense fog could harm onion plants, causing leaves to yellow and saplings to wither.
  9. Other crops like wheat and maize may also be affected, leading to oxidative stress in plants that could impact germination and yield capacity.
  10. Farmers are advised to monitor their crops closely and take necessary precautions to protect them from the changing weather conditions.

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