A severe weather alert has been issued for the Jammu region, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall expected over the next 48 hours ,particularly on Tuesday. The Kashmir region is expected to remain mostly dry today, but some areas may see showers later in the afternoon or evening.
Affected Areas:
- Jammu Region: Kathua, Samba, Doda, and Kishtwar districts are likely to experience light to moderate rain today, with severe weather conditions expected on Tuesday.
- Kashmir Region: South Kashmir will bear the maximum impact, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in the higher reaches. The Pir Panjal mountains may receive heavy to very heavy rain, increasing the risk of flash floods and landslides.
Advisories:
- Trekking: Avoid trekking and venturing into the mountains of Jammu region and South Kashmir until Wednesday due to the risk of landslides and flash floods.
- Travel: Be prepared for disruptions in travel across various mountain passes on Tuesday due to flash floods, shooting stones, and landslides.
- Low-lying Areas: Residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas should exercise caution due to the risk of overflowing streams and rivers.
