Authorities issue avalanche warning for Ganderbal, Kupwara districts

Srinagar, Mar 28: Authorities on Friday issued avalanche warning for Ganderbal and Kupwara districts of Kashmir region in next 24 hours, and advised people living in these areas to take precautions.

“Avalanche with MEDIUM Danger Level is likely to occur above 2300 metres over Ganderbal and Kupwara districts in next 24 hours. People living in these areas are advised to take precautions, avoid venturing in the avalanche prone areas and evacuate from unprotected settlements near the avalanche path,” an official of Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) said.

He said people in emergencies can dial 112 for help.