SRINAGAR:
A fresh avalanche warning has been issued for the next 24 hours in the Kashmir valley, an official spokesman said here this evening.
He said a communication received from the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir said that avalanche warning exists for next 24 hours from this evening to April 2, in the avalanche prone areas of Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama, Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora and Ganderbal districts.
In view of the warning, Deputy Commissioners Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama, Baramulla, Kupwara, Bandipora and Ganderbal districts are requested to advise people not to venture in avalanche prone.
During heavy snowfall, people are advised not to occupy and temporarily evacuate those locations which are under fall line of avalanches.
The concerned Deputy Commissioners are asked to take all precautionary measures so as to avert any untoward incident.
However, in case of any emergency people are advised to take extra precautions while moving in these areas. (AGENCIES)
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