SRINAGAR: Higher reaches of Kashmir, including Gulmarg’s Kongdoori, Tulail Valley in Gurez and the Zojila area, received fresh snowfall overnight, while several parts of the Valley, including Srinagar, experienced light rainfall as weather conditions changed ahead of the forecast of the season’s first major snow spell.
Several areas of north Kashmir recorded light rainfall, while parts of central and south Kashmir also received showers.
The fresh precipitation comes ahead of a forecast of widespread rainfall and snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir from November 12 to 14, with heavy snowfall expected in higher reaches.
Weather officials have indicated that daytime temperatures could fall by up to 8 degrees Celsius during the forecast spell, potentially bringing a significant drop in temperatures across the region.
In view of the forecast, travel advisories and precautionary restrictions have been issued for vulnerable areas, particularly high-altitude roads and tourist destinations that could be affected by heavy snowfall.
Residents and travellers have been advised to remain alert and follow official weather updates and administrative advisories before undertaking journeys towards higher reaches.
