Rain, Thunderstorm Likely Across Several North Kashmir Areas in Next Few Hours; Advisory Issued

at 9:23 pm

Srinagar, May 1 (NVI): The MET Centre Srinagar on Friday evening issued a nowcast warning predicting a spell of rain and thundershowers across several parts of Kashmir over the next 2–3 hours.

According to the update issued at 2050 hrs, light to moderate rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds is expected at many places in Kupwara, Handwara, Sopore and adjoining areas, as well as Bandipora and the Ganderbal–Sonamarg axis. Parts of Srinagar including Soura, Zakura, Dal Lake and nearby areas are also likely to be affected.

The weather office has issued an advisory urging people to suspend boating activities in Dal Lake and adjoining water bodies during this period.

Residents have also been advised to stay away from electric poles, overhead wires, and loose or unsecured structures due to the risk posed by strong winds and lightning.(NVI)