Srinagar, Aug 1: Intermittent rainfall brought relief from scorching heat in Kashmir on Thursday.
Welcome showers led to a drop in temperature across Kashmir. Meteorological Centre Srinagar has predicted significant rainfall and possible adverse conditions over the next ten days in Jammu and Kashmir.
A MeT official said from August 1 to August 5, the region can expect generally cloudy weather with intermittent light to moderate rain and thundershowers.
He said that these conditions are anticipated to affect many areas in the Kashmir Division and most places in the Jammu Division.
For August 6 and 7, the forecast suggests scattered rain and thundershowers in the Kashmir Division, with more widespread precipitation expected across the Jammu Division.
This pattern is likely to continue with rain and thundershowers at scattered locations from August 8 to 10.
The Meteorological Centre has also issued an advisory due to the potential for intense showers.
These conditions may lead to flash floods, cloud bursts, landslides, mudslides, and shooting stones, particularly in vulnerable areas. Heavy rainfall is expected at a few locations in the Jammu Division.
“Residents are advised to stay informed and prepare for potential disruptions caused by the forecasted weather conditions,” the MeT office said.
Meanwhile, traffic on the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway was suspended due to mudslides and shooting stones.
“Traffic on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway has been halted due to a mudslide at Hingni & intermittent shooting stones at Mehad, Panthiyal, T2 & Kishtwari Pather,” said Deputy Commissioner Ramban on X.
The DC said that the weather along the highway is inclement and that the commuters shall confirm the status of the road before undertaking the journey.
