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J&K to See Rain and Snow on Feb 1–2: MeT Dept
A fresh western disturbance is expected to affect Jammu and Kashmir on February 1 and 2, bringing light to moderate rain and snowfall to scattered and fairly widespread areas of the Union Territory.
A senior official at the Meteorological Department in Srinagar that the higher reaches are likely to receive moderate snowfall with fresh accumulation.
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The department stated that the weather is expected to remain largely dry until January 31, with conditions turning cloudy by the evening.
Following the passage of the weather system, an improvement is forecast from February 3, with partly cloudy skies likely from February 3 to February 6.
In light of the forecast, authorities have issued an advisory urging travellers and transporters to exercise caution.
They have been advised to check with traffic authorities regarding road and highway conditions before undertaking journeys, particularly on mountain routes and inter-district roads.
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Residents in snow-bound and high-altitude areas have been cautioned against venturing into slippery and avalanche-prone zones during the snowfall period, the official said.
He told news agency that adhering to the advisories is crucial to avoid inconvenience and ensure public safety during the anticipated change in weather conditions.
