Sep 01 : The Meteorological Centre, Srinagar issued a significant weather advisory for the people of Jammu and Kashmir where locals and tourists have been asked to get ready to face major changes in weather during this week.
The meteorological department forecast that September 1st is going to be mainly dry while from September 2 to 3, the region could witness an intense spell of inclement weather.
MET Centre today said the two days are most likely to remain generally cloudy with intermittent light to moderate rainfall and thunderstorms in many parts. It is likely to be more intense during late evening of September 2 to afternoon of September 3. Isolated heavy rain most likely which may lead to flash floods, landslides, mudslides and shooting stones over vulnerable areas.
Authorities have warned about the possibility of flash floods and rise in water levels in local streams, flood channels, and low-lying areas due to which waterlogging might be experienced.
Also, there is a probability of light snow above higher reaches, including the trekking routes.
The officials of the Tourism Department have advised the trekkers and the tourists in the region to keep themselves updated about the weather conditions and plan their activities accordingly so that they may not face hazardous conditions.
Extra vigilance is needed at this point, mainly in areas that are prone to landslides and flash floods. Behind this swath of unsettled weather, generally dry conditions should redevelop on September 4–5.
There could be some isolated to scattered rain showers on September 6-7, though largely dry weather should follow on September 8-12.
The administration of Jammu and Kashmir was already on high alert, with disaster management teams readied against any eventuality that may arise out of the weather.
The residents are advised to keep themselves updated from the official channels and avoid unnecessary traveling in the critical window of the weather