Javid Manzoor
Srinagar, Nov 12 : Several higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir received fresh light to moderate snowfall on Thursday, leading to a dip in temperatures across the Valley.
Reports reaching GNS said that Sadna Top, Ferkin Top, Karnah Valley, Peer Ki Gali, Sinthan Top and Zojila Pass received light snowfall, while Phase 1 and Phase 2 Apharwat Hills of Gulmarg were also covered with snow.
Razdan Top recorded around 2 inches of snow with moderate snowfall continuing. In Machil Valley, snowfall was reported from Duddi, Machil, Pushwari, Chontiwari, Ring Payeen, Ring Bala, Katwara and Bisri Behek.
Fresh snowfall was also reported in the higher reaches of Tulail Valley, Gurez in Bandipora district, turning the picturesque valley white.
Gulmarg Kongdori recorded 2 inches of snow with moderate snowfall, while Sadhna Top recorded 2 to 3 inches.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has predicted widespread rain and snow in Jammu and Kashmir on November 12-13 and has issued an advisory for farmers and travellers.
Moderate to heavy snowfall is likely over higher reaches of Kupwara, Bandipora and Ganderbal, while day temperatures are expected to drop by 6-8°C. Thunderstorm and hailstorm are also possible at a few places.
Travellers have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel to higher reaches, while farmers have been asked to take precautionary measures.(GNS)
