SRINAGAR: The Meteorological Department (MET) on Wednesday issued an update forecasting rain and thundershowers across multiple districts of Jammu and Kashmir in the next few hours.
According to the MeT department, a spell of rain and thunderstorms is likely to affect several parts of Kashmir Division, Chenab Valley, as well as Poonch, Rajouri, Udhampur, and Reasi within the next three to five hours.
The department has also warned of the possibility of intense showers, hailstorm, and gusty winds in isolated areas of Budgam, North and South Kashmir, Ganderbal, Ramban, and Doda.
Director MeT, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, said “Generally dry weather is expected from June 3 to 8, though brief rain or thundershowers in isolated places during late afternoon cannot be ruled out,” he said. He added that the weather is expected to remain dry from June 9 to 10.
Authorities have advised the public and travellers to remain cautious, particularly in areas prone to waterlogging, slippery roads, or reduced visibility due to heavy rain and storms.
