Jammu, July 9: The Meteorological Department has forecast intermittent rain and thunderstorms across Jammu and Kashmir till July 16, while warning of heavy rainfall, flash floods, landslides and mudslides in vulnerable areas of the Chenab Valley and Pir Panjal range, particularly on July 11 and 12.
According to Director MeT, Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad, the weather is expected to remain generally hot and humid on July 9-10, with scattered rain and thundershowers across the Union Territory. Brief spells of intense rainfall are also likely at a few places in the Jammu division.
For July 11-12, many areas are likely to witness one or two spells of rain and thundershowers, while isolated locations in the Chenab Valley and Pir Panjal range may experience heavy rainfall accompanied by intense showers.
The department has predicted that July 13-16 will remain generally hot and humid, with scattered rain and thunderstorm activity continuing across Jammu and Kashmir. Isolated intense showers are also expected over parts of the Jammu division.
The MeT Department has advised people to remain vigilant as heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods, landslides and mudslides at vulnerable locations in the Chenab Valley and Pir Panjal region, especially during the afternoon, night and early morning hours on July 11 and 12.
Residents and travellers have been urged to avoid venturing near nallas, streams and landslide-prone areas during the forecast period and to follow weather advisories issued by the authorities. (Agencies)
