MUZAFFARABAD (Kashmir English): A fresh spell of rain and snowfall has turned the weather colder across several parts of the country, with rainfall and snowfall continuing in different areas of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) for the second consecutive day.
Rain has been reported in Muzaffarabad and surrounding areas, while snowfall has covered parts of Neelum Valley, Leepa Valley, Bagh, Haveli, and the Makra and Ganja mountains.
Due to the snowfall in Neelum, the link roads to the famous tourist destinations, including Ratti Gali Top, Noori Top, Shonthar Valley, and Grace Valley, were closed to traffic.
On the other hand, connectivity to other tourist destinations, including Keran, Sharda, and Arang Kel, is operational.
The district administration has instructed tourists to check the road conditions before heading to the upper areas of Neelum and take precautionary measures during their journey.
Rain and snowfall have lowered temperatures in northern areas of the country while adding to the natural beauty of mountainous areas.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, heavy rain has continued in Dir and other plains and hilly areas since last night. Rain and snowfall have also been reported in Chitral and its surrounding areas.
Snowfall at Babusar Top
Snowfall continues in upper Mansehra, Naran, Lake Saif-ul-Muluk, Lulusar Lake, Battakundi, Besar, and Babusar Top. Around six inches of snow have been reported at Lulusar Lake and Besar.
The administration has temporarily closed Babusar Top Road from Battakundi due to snowfall.
As per the details, the Kaghan Development Authority (KDA) has deployed machinery and staff at various locations and advised tourists to follow official instructions.
The Meteorological Department has forecast further rain in several areas over the next 24 hours.
Authorities have urged tourists and travellers to exercise caution while travelling through rain- and snow-affected areas.
