MeT Dept issues advisory predicting moderate rain, snow from Oct 31 to Nov 3

Srinagar: The Meterological Department Tuesday issued an advisory for Jammu and Kashmir predicting moderate rain or snow over the state from October 31 to November 3, which it said, might lead to temporary closure of highways.

An advisory issued here by Meteorological department said a spell of light to moderate rain/snow (over higher reaches) is likely from the night of October 31 to November 3 with maximum intensity on 1st and 2nd November in Jammu and Kashmir.

“Moderate snowfall is expected 1-2nd Nov on Mughal Road, Zojila, Sinthan Top, north Kashmir, and mountains of Ladakh, mainly Kargil districts, which may lead to temporary closure of highways,” it said.