SRINAGAR, 24 August: – The Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir experienced significant rainfall over the previous 24 hours, with the Jammu region bearing the brunt of a severe downpour, recording figures well over 100 mm in several districts.
The data, compiled by Kashmir Weather and recorded till 8:30 a.m. today, reveals a stark contrast in precipitation levels across the three regions.The Jammu region emerged as the epicenter of the rainfall activity.
Jammu city was swamped with a substantial 190.4 mm of rain, while Jammu Airport followed closely with 166.0 mm. Other areas in the region also received heavy showers, with Katra recording 115.4 mm, Samba 109.0 mm, and Udhampur 144.2 mm.
The intense rainfall has raised concerns about potential waterlogging and flash floods in low-lying areas of the region.
In the Kashmir Valley, the rainfall was widespread but less intense. The southern areas received the highest amounts, with Awantipora recording a significant 61.2 mm—the highest in the valley. It was followed by Pulwama (37.0 mm) and Srinagar Airport (33.2 mm). The summer capital, Srinagar, received a moderate 13.5 mm.
The world-famous ski-resort of Gulmarg saw 30.0 mm of rain, which could provide a fresh layer of snow at higher elevations. Notably, data for the stations in Anantnag, Baramulla, and Bandipora was not available (NA).
The arid region of Ladakh registered minimal rainfall, as is typical. Leh received a meager 0.4 mm, while Kargil recorded 1.0 mm. No data was available for Drass.
The meteorological department has advised residents, particularly in the Jammu region, to exercise caution and stay updated on official weather warnings. The heavy rainfall is likely to impact water levels in local rivers and streams and may cause disruptions to surface transportation.
