Srinagar- The higher reaches of Kashmir received a major snowfall on Saturday while the rains lashed plains, bringing down the mercury further across Jammu and Kashmir. The weatherman has, however, predicted dry weather conditions from tomorrow till November 23rd.
Almost ten inches of snowfall accumulated at Sadhna Top, Sinthan Top, Z Gali and Razdan Top today.
The details further reveal that the main Gulmarg also experienced the season’s first snowfall today where nearly three inches of snowfall accumulated till this evening. Pir ki Gali has also received a snowfall of six inches while Sonamarg received a snowfall of four inches.
The fresh snowfall was experienced under the influence of a Western Disturbance. Besides, the rains lashed multiple areas including the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Srinagar, bringing down the mercury further across J&K.
As per the details shared by the local Meteorological department, there is a forecast of dry weather conditions for the next one week.
A local Meteorological department (MeT) has predicted generally cloudy weather with the possibility of light rain and snow over higher reaches at many places of Kashmir & few places of Jammu division till tomorrow afternoon.
Director MeT, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad stated there is a possibility of generally dry weather from November 17th to 23rd. He also said that amidst cloudy weather, the light rain and snow over higher reaches at isolated places are expected on November 24.
Furthermore, the MeT has issued an advisory, advising the tourists, trekkers and travellers to plan accordingly.
Traffic Advisory For Motorists
In view of the ongoing snowfall and slippery road conditions in Kashmir’s hilly areas, traffic police have issued advisory for motorists.
According to the advisory, only 4X4 vehicles and those equipped with anti-skid chains, with a seating capacity of no more than 10 seats, will be allowed on specific hilly roads.
The advisory stated that these roads include Tangmarg-Gulmarg, Mughal Road, Zojila, Sinthon, Gurez-Bandipora, Pahalgam-Chandanwari, Kupwara-Karnah, and Kupwara-Machil.
“To prevent traffic jams and delays, only registered anti-skid chain vendors will be permitted to install chains at designated locations along these routes. Motorists are urged to park only in designated parking areas. Strict action will be taken against those found parking on the roadside, as it can obstruct traffic flow and cause accidents,” it reads.
It added that vehicles with invalid documents will not be allowed to travel on these hilly roads to avoid any incidents.
The authorities urged drivers to comply with these guidelines for their own safety and smooth movement of traffic.
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