Weather Advisory Issued For Jammu Kashmir Village

SRINAGAR: The District Administration Kishtwar on Monday issued a weather advisory following an alert by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting intense rainfall with the possibility of cloudbursts, flash floods, landslides, and mudslides across Jammu and Kashmir, including Kishtwar district, from August 25 to 29.

As per the advisory issued by Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, people have been urged to avoid venturing near nallahs, riverbanks, flood-prone or waterlogged areas, keep emergency supplies ready, and remain vigilant to ensure personal and community safety.

The administration has also asked residents in vulnerable areas to identify safer locations and avoid unnecessary travel, particularly in low-lying areas. In case travel is unavoidable, people have been advised to carry rain gear and essential medicines.

All departments including Revenue, PWD, PMGSY, Jal Shakti, Health, Education, Irrigation and Flood Control, NHIDCL, and BRO have been directed to remain on high alert, with field staff instructed to stay stationed at headquarters and be prepared for immediate response.

Tehsildars have been asked to promptly report any damage to life or property due to prevailing weather conditions.

The District Control Room will function round-the-clock for emergency response. People can contact 9484217492 / 01995-259555 (District Control Room), 9906154100 (Police Control Room), or 112 (ERSS) for assistance. (KNC)