Kashmir Sees Fresh Snowfall, Rains Lash Plains; Schools Closed In Gurez News24 –

The higher reaches of Kashmir experienced fresh snowfall on Saturday, while the plains were lashed by intermittent rainfall, resulting in a dip in temperatures.

Moderate snowfall was reported in areas such as Tulail and Gurez in Bandipora, north Kashmir, leading to the closure of key roads and the suspension of classes in schools.

The Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Gurez ordered the suspension of classes up to the 8th standard in Tulail and up to the 5th standard in Gurez Tehsil due to the continuous snowfall and inclement weather. The decision was made as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of schoolchildren.

Meanwhile, the Gurez-Bandipora road, a vital link connecting the remote border region to the rest of the Valley, has been closed for vehicular movement following the fresh spell of snow, officials said.

In Anantnag, South Kashmir, Sinthan Top—the mountain pass that connects Anantnag with Kishtwar district via National Highway 244—has also been closed for traffic movement today and tomorrow due to overnight snowfall.

The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for the Kashmir Valley and predicted erratic weather until the 20th of this month.