SRINAGAR: Water levels in the Jhelum River and its tributaries remained within normal limits on Saturday morning, despite moderate rainfall across several parts of Jammu and Kashmir over the past 24 hours, as per data compiled by Kashmir Weather.
Gauge readings recorded at 9:00 AM showed the Jhelum flowing well below danger levels at key locations. At Sangam, the river level stood at 6.63 ft against a danger mark of 25 ft, while Pampore recorded 0.53 metres against 5.0 metres, and Munshibagh 7.05 ft against 21 ft. The readings indicate no immediate flood threat in the Valley.
Among tributaries, Vishow Nallah at Khudwani was recorded at 5.21 metres against a danger level of 8.50 metres, while Rambiyara Nallah at Wachi stood at 0.33 metres. Lidder Nallah at Batkoot registered minus 0.10 metres, reflecting low discharge levels.
Doodhganga at Barzulla was measured at 1.80 metres against a danger level of 3.8 metres, and Sindh Nallah at Doderhama stood at 0.64 metres, both remaining within safe limits, officials said.
Rainfall data indicated widespread precipitation across the Kashmir region. Baramulla recorded 45.5 mm of rainfall, followed by Nowgam Handwara at 45.6 mm and Lolab at 42.2 mm. Srinagar received 25.1 mm, while the airport recorded 29.2 mm. Gulmarg saw 32.2 mm, Budgam 24.0 mm, and Kulgam 24.2 mm during the same period.
In south Kashmir, Qazigund recorded 18.8 mm of rainfall, while data for Anantnag was unavailable. Shopian received 15.3 mm and Pulwama 13.3 mm. Kupwara district also witnessed significant rainfall, with Bumhama recording 38.6 mm.
In the Jammu region, Rajouri recorded the highest rainfall at 61.0 mm, followed by Batote at 53.8 mm and Poonch at 45.5 mm. Udhampur received 31.7 mm, Katra 32.2 mm, Ramban 24.0 mm, and Jammu 14.4 mm.
Officials said the situation remains stable, with no flood alerts issued as water levels continue to stay within safe limits. However, residents have been advised to remain cautious, particularly in low-lying areas prone to waterlogging, as weather conditions may change.
