SRINAGAR/ JAMMU, Sept 27: Light snowfall was recorded in the upper reaches of Kashmir and parts of the Jammu region today, marking a significant shift in the region’s weather pattern. Tourist destinations such as Gulmarg and Sonamarg witnessed the first snow of the season, with Gulmarg’s Affarwat peak and Sunshine peak receiving around one centimeter of snow. In Sonamarg, the higher altitudes saw approximately two centimeters of fresh snow. Other mountainous areas, including Sinthon Pass, Chhattergalla Pass, Paddri Pass on the Bhaderwah-Chamba road, and Peer Ki Gali on the Mughal Road, also experienced light snowfall early this morning.
This early snowfall has been welcomed by residents and tourists alike, sparking optimism for an earlier-than-expected start to the winter tourist season. Local weather officials have indicated that more snow could fall at altitudes above 4000 meters if the rain spells persist. “We are closely monitoring the situation. While early snowfall is not uncommon in these areas, continued rainfall could lead to a more significant snow accumulation,” a representative from the Meteorological Department stated.
In addition to the snowfall in the hills, rain lashed several parts of Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu city, causing a noticeable drop in temperature. The rain brought relief from the recent spell of hot weather, especially in Jammu, where morning showers cooled the region significantly.
However, the heavy rainfall also led to a temporary power disruption in Jammu. A fault at the Gladini Power Station resulted in a breakdown of the 133/11 KV lines, leaving parts of the city without electricity for nearly five hours. Power was eventually restored by 11 a.m., with officials from the Power Development Department (PDD) assuring that the issue was due to a technical fault at the station, rather than a localized outage.
The combination of rain and snowfall signals the arrival of cooler weather across the region, a refreshing change from the dry conditions that had prevailed earlier. The early snow and rains are seen as positive indicators for the coming tourist season, especially for those eager to experience Kashmir’s winter charm.
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