Maximum temperature likely to soar up to 34-36 degrees Celsius in Kashmir in next 2 days
Srinagar, July 16
The local Met office said on Thursday that the maximum temperature is likely to rise to 35-36 degrees Celsius over the next two days in the Valley, after which a wet spell is expected in J&K.
Mukhtar Ahmad, director of the local Met office, said the maximum temperature is likely to rise to 35-36 degrees Celsius in the Valley over the next two days, after which a wet spell is expected across J&K.
A weather advisory by the local Met office said on July 16-18: Generally hot and humid weather with the possibility of a brief spell of rain/thundershower at a few places.
On July 19: Partly cloudy weather with a spell of light to moderate rain/thundershower at many places, with brief intense heavy showers at isolated places in the Jammu division.
On July 20-23: Generally cloudy weather with a few spells of light to moderate rain/thundershower at most places (peak activity on July 21 and 22), with heavy rain/brief intense heavy showers at a few districts of the Kashmir division and the Jammu division.
On July 24-25: Brief spells of rain/thundershower at a few places.
The advisory said: "There is a possibility of heavy rainfall/brief intense heavy showers during July 19 and July 20-22 at a few districts of J&K towards late afternoon/evening hours/late night/morning hours.
"There is a possibility of flash floods/landslides/mudslides at a few vulnerable places in the Chenab Valley, the Pir Panjal Range, and a few hilly areas of the Kashmir division on July 20-22.
"Water logging and chances of minor flooding in a few low-lying areas. Significant rise in the water level in rivers/streams/local nallahs etc, especially in the Jammu division.
"Farmers are advised to suspend all farm operations during July 20-23.
"Travellers/transporters/tourists/trekkers are advised to plan accordingly," the advisory said.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I remember when 30°C was a big deal in Srinagar. Now 36°C? 😔 The Met office warning about flash floods in Chenab Valley and Pir Panjal is concerning. Tourists and trekkers should definitely heed the advisory and plan their trips carefully.
This is just another reminder of how global warming is affecting us. But credit to the Met office for giving such detailed advisories—from farming suspensions to water level warnings. Our farmers and tourists need to stay alert. Stay safe, everyone. 🙏
As someone who traveled to Kashmir last August, this makes me grateful I visited when it was cooler. Those heavy rain warnings for July 20-23 sound serious. I hope the local authorities are prepared for possible landslides and flooding. Nature is unpredictable!
One small criticism: why does the advisory say "brief intense heavy showers" so many times? 😅 But seriously, this is good info. Farmers must be worried—suspending operations for 4 days is a big deal. Let's hope the government provides support if there's crop damage.
The weather in Kashmir is becoming more like the plains every year 😓. At least the wet spell will bring some greenery and hope for the water table. Let's pray that the heavy rains don't cause too much damage in the vulnerable areas of Chenab Valley. 🌧️
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