Avalanche warning issued for 10 districts in J&K

Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority on Monday issued avalanche warning for ten districts of UT in upcoming 24 hours.

In a statement, The JKDMA spokesperson has warned of possible ‘High Danger Level’ avalanche above 2500 metres above sea-level over Doda, Kishtwar and Poonch districts. 

Avalanche with ‘Medium Danger Level’ is likely to occur above 1500 to 2500 metres over Bandipora, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Kupwara, Kulgam and Ramban, he said.

Avalanche with ‘Low Danger Level’ is likely to occur above 1500 metres over Anantnag district. 

“People living in these areas are advised to take precautions and avoid venturing in the avalanche prone areas”,he added.