Fresh snowfall reported in higher reaches of Kashmir
The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast more widespread precipitation and a significant drop in daytime temperatures over the next two days.
Fresh snowfall was reported in several higher reaches of Kashmir and Ladakh on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to reports by the Kashmir Observer and Daily Excelsior.
The snowfall was recorded in areas including Sonamarg, Bandipora, Minimarg, Zojila, Drass, and Kangdori in Gulmarg.
While higher reaches saw snow, light rain lashed some plains during the change in weather conditions.
The Meteorological Centre Srinagar has forecast light to moderate rain in the plains and light to moderate snowfall in higher reaches on November 12 and 13. Moderate to heavy snowfall is likely over the higher reaches of Kupwara and Bandipora.
Daytime temperatures are expected to fall by 6-8 degrees Celsius on November 12 and 13, with possible thunderstorms and gusty winds at some locations.
The Bandipora district administration has issued an advisory for the public, travellers, and examination aspirants. The administration has temporarily restricted tourist access to the Gurez area and requested those currently staying there to coordinate their departure with the District Control Room due to potential road closures.