Flood Risk in Rivers/Streams; Trekking Not Advised in Jammu & South Kashmir
Srinagar :- Today, light to moderate rain is likely in some parts of the Jammu region, with higher chances for Kathua, Samba, Doda, and Kishtwar districts.
The Kashmir region is expected to remain mostly dry, although a few places may see showers later in the afternoon or evening.
On Tuesday, weather conditions are expected to turn severe in several parts of Jammu region, with heavy to extremely heavy rainfall likely. Due to the intense rainfall, water levels in a few streams and rivers may rise above the Flood Alarm mark.
Poonch although is expected to be the least affected district. In Kashmir region, South Kashmir will bear the maximum impact, particularly its higher reaches, where heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected. The Pir Panjal mountains are likely to receive heavy to very heavy rain, increasing the risk of flash floods and raising water levels in streams and rivers downstream. Snowfall is also possible over the higher reaches of Pir Panjal.
Central Kashmir may see only light to moderate showers, while North Kashmir is expected to remain the least affected.
⚠️ Advisories: Trekking and venturing into the mountains of Jammu region and South Kashmir should be strictly avoided until Wednesday.
Flash floods, shooting stones, and landslides may disrupt travel across various mountain passes on Tuesday.
Caution is advised for residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas due to the risk of overflowing streams and rivers. (Kashmir weather)
