NVI Correspondent
Srinagar, Jan 09(NVI): After two consecutive spells of snowfall, an intense cold wave has tightened its grip on Jammu and Kashmir, plunging temperatures across the region and disrupting daily life.
Srinagar, the summer capital of J&K, recorded a biting low of -4.4°C, intensifying the winter chill. Residents are facing frozen water pipelines, slippery roads, and increased heating demands as temperatures across the Valley dropped significantly.
The coldest spots in Kashmir were–Larnoo (Anantnag) -11.6°C, Pahalgam -10.4°C, Gulmarg -9.6°C, Shopian -9.9°C, Anantnag and Kulgam -8.4°C
In the Jammu, while conditions were less severe, cold persisted in hill towns like Padder (-5.1°C) and Bhaderwah (-0.2°C).
Ladakh experienced the most extreme conditions, with Drass recording an unbearable -24.8°C, followed by Kargil (-14.6°C) and Leh (-13.3°C). Zojila has recorded lowest temperature at -31 degrees Celsius.
Authorities have advised residents and tourists to take precautions as the cold spell continues, with no significant relief expected in the coming days.(News Vibes of India)
