SRINAGAR: Several higher reaches of Kashmir received fresh snowfall on Tuesday following a change in weather conditions, while the plains experienced light rainfall, officials said.
Fresh snowfall was reported from Sadna Top, Ferkin Top, Machil, Sonamarg, Zojila, Minimarg and Tulail Valley in Gurez area of Bandipora district.
Officials said the snowfall had covered several upper reaches, prompting district administrations in snow-bound areas to issue precautionary advisories in view of the weather forecast issued by the Meteorological Department, Srinagar.
The Meteorological Centre Srinagar had already issued a detailed weather forecast, following which authorities in vulnerable and snow-bound areas advised residents and travellers to exercise caution.
People have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel to higher reaches and strictly follow advisories issued by the district administrations and traffic authorities.
Commuters have also been urged to remain updated about road and weather conditions before undertaking journeys through mountainous areas.
