J&K witness rain and thundershowers across multiple districts amid adverse weather conditions

Several parts of Jammu and Kashmir witnessed rain and thundershowers yesterday as the Meteorological Department has issued a nowcast warning for brief intense showers, thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms and gusty winds across multiple districts. A spell of rain and thundershowers affected Poonch and Rajouri districts during the day. Rainfall activity was also reported from Shopian, Kulgam and Anantnag districts in south Kashmir, while parts of Ganderbal, including the Sonmarg-Baltal-Holy Cave axis, and the Pahalgam-Holy Cave route received showers accompanied by thunder and lightning.

In the Jammu region, parts of Ramban, Kishtwar, Reasi, Kathua and Jammu districts experienced rain and thunderstorm activity. Meanwhile, the MeT Department has forecast unsettled weather conditions across Jammu and Kashmir over the coming days. For today, it is predicted to be partly to generally cloudy weather with light rain, brief intense showers, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds at scattered places across the Union Territory. From June 18 to 22, generally cloudy conditions are expected with one or two spells of light rain, brief intense showers, thunderstorms, hailstorms, lightning and gusty winds at many places.

The forecast indicates that weather activity may continue, though with reduced intensity, between June 23 to 25. During this period, the region is likely to witness partly to generally cloudy skies with light rain, brief showers, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds at a few places. The MeT Department has urged residents, tourists, pilgrims and transport operators to remain updated about weather advisories and take necessary precautions, particularly in vulnerable areas prone to flash floods, landslides and shooting stones. Intense showers at isolated places could trigger flash floods and mudslides, especially in hilly and mountainous regions.