Srinagar, October 3 (Udaipur Kiran News): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather advisory for Jammu & Kashmir and adjoining plains, predicting rain in low-lying areas and snowfall in higher reaches between October 4 and 7.
According to the IMD, a strong western disturbance is approaching the region, which is expected to cause light to moderate rainfall in the plains and snowfall in the upper reaches. The maximum probability of snowfall is forecast from the night of October 5 to the morning of October 7.
Heavy snowfall is likely in Anantnag, Kulgam, Shopian, Zojila Pass, Peer Ki Gali, Rajdhan Pass, Sinthan Pass, and Kupwara-Sadhna Pass. Moderate snowfall is also expected in mid-altitude areas. The Kashmir plains may witness light to moderate rainfall, with some places likely to experience heavy to very heavy showers.
In the Jammu region, the IMD has warned of thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds blowing at speeds of 40–50 km/h, occasionally reaching 60–70 km/h.
Due to adverse weather, the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway, Srinagar–Leh Highway, and several mountain roads may face disruptions in surface transport.
The department has cautioned against landslides and falling stones in vulnerable areas and advised farmers to suspend all agricultural activities from October 5 to 7. A rise in water levels in rivers, streams, and low-lying areas is also expected during this period.
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