Dense fog and a cold wave gripped Delhi on Saturday, severely reducing visibility and disrupting flights. The temperature rose slightly to 10.2°C from 9.6°C the previous day. The city's AQI worsened, reaching 385 in the 'very poor' category. Bonfires and fully occupied night shelters provided warmth to residents as temperatures dropped further.
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