Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], November 16 (ANI): Mandhol village in Shimla district was covered under a thick blanket of snow on Monday as the area witnessed a spell of snow since last night.

Trees and houses were seen covered in white snow, while locals remain indoors in the village.

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According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a fresh western disturbance--an extratropical storm originating in the Mediterranean region that brings winter snow and rains to northern parts of the Indian subcontinent--is set to affect weather across the northern half of the country.

Under its influence, scattered to fairly widespread rainfall is expected over Himachal Pradesh today.

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Moreover, there will be cloudy sky and a possibility of light rain or snow towards evening in Shimla, AccuWeather reported.

The air in Shimla has reached a high level of pollution and is unhealthy for sensitive groups. "Reduce time spent outside if you are feeling symptoms such as difficulty breathing or throat irritation," it added. (ANI)

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