Mirpur: A heavy influx of tourists from various parts of the country, including AJK, into the scenic, snow-clad Neelam Valley of Azad Jammu Kashmir was witnessed on Sunday after over three months of dry weather; the higher reaches of the picturesque valley lashed with the 3rd spell of the highest snowfall since late Friday night, bringing delight to residents and tourists.
Subordinate Graze Valley has disliked from central spots following heavy intermittent snowfall at the highest reaches of the snow-clad Neelam Valley, State Disaster Management Authority sources told reporter over the telephone on Sunday.
Tourist hotspots in the picturesque, mountainous terrain of the picturesque valley witnessed varying degrees of medium- to high-level snowfall. The popular snow-clad resorts turned in the scenic valley turned into playgrounds for tourists from various parts of Pakistan and AJK, capturing memorable moments and expressing joy by playing in the snow.
Meanwhile, forecast anticipates the possibility of light to moderate rain or snow in many places at both sides of the LoC in IIOJ and K state, with heavy snowfall expected in isolated upper reaches of Indian Illegally occupied Kashmir Division, including districts such as Kupwara, Baramulla, Bandipora, Ganderbal, Shopian, Anantnag, and Kulgam, says a report reaching here on Monday from across the line of control ( LoC).
The residents of these high-altitude areas have been strictly advised to exercise caution and avoid venturing into avalanche-prone zones over the next 24 hours, according to AJKSDMA.
It recommends that people stay informed about the situation and adhere to safety guidelines to mitigate the risk of potential avalanches in the snow-clad areas.