KUPWARA: District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Kupwara has issued a weather advisory in light of ongoing moderate to heavy rain and snowfall in the district due to an active western disturbance.
Residents, especially those in vulnerable and hilly areas such as Keran, Karnah, Machil, and other locations near rivers, nallahs, and landslide-prone zones, have been advised to avoid avalanche-prone and slippery areas and refrain from unnecessary travel until weather conditions improve.
All district and sectoral officers from departments, including Irrigation & Flood Control, Jal Shakti (PHE), Power Development (PDD), Roads & Buildings, Mechanical Engineering, Revenue, BEACON, and Municipal Committees have been directed to remain at their respective headquarters with men and machinery ready to respond to any emergencies.
The Deputy Commissioner assured that sufficient food and essential commodities are stocked throughout the district, including remote and snowbound areas, and urged the public not to panic. The Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Department has also confirmed adequate stocks have been placed in border and remote regions to prevent shortages during the current weather situation.
The district administration is coordinating with BEACON authorities to ensure timely snow clearance on crucial roads to maintain connectivity. All health institutions are working normally, and an adequate supply of medicines is ensured in all health institutions, including remote areas.
