Continuous heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir triggered a landslide in the Drangbal area of Baramulla today, while rising water levels in major rivers and streams prompted fresh flood warnings across the Valley and parts of the Jammu division.The landslide occurred after persistent rainfall saturated the soil, causing a portion of a hillside to collapse. No loss of life or damage to property was reported immediately. However, authorities have urged residents living in vulnerable areas to remain alert as continuous rain has increased the risk of landslides, mudslides, and flash floods.According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, moderate rainfall is continuing at many places in South Kashmir, the Chenab Valley, and parts of the Pir Panjal range. &nbsp;A spell of light to moderate rain is forecast for Thursday, while scattered rain and thunderstorms are expected between July 25 and 27. A fresh spell of moderate to heavy showers is likely to affect the Jammu division from July 28 to 30.The weather department has warned of the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall and brief intense showers in parts of South Kashmir and the Jammu division through July 24. It has also cautioned about flash floods, landslides, mudslides, and a rise in water levels in rivers and tributaries over the next several hours.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/assam-floods-21-killed-in-24-hours-as-over-5-64-lakh-people-affected-in-16-districts-1784689130548">Assam floods: 21 killed in 24 hours as over 5.64 lakh people affected in 16 districts</a>Meanwhile, the latest hydrological update indicates that the Lidder River is maintaining a high water level, while the Vishow Nallah continues to witness a gradual increase. Officials have warned that the Jhelum River at both Sangam and Ram Munshi Bagh is expected to cross the Flood Declaration Mark within the next six to eight hours if rainfall continues in the catchment areas. Residents living in low-lying areas have been advised to closely monitor the situation and take precautionary measures.In the Jammu division, the Tawi River at Udhampur crossed the Flood Alert Level at 12:30 pm, reaching 16.65 feet, well above the alert mark of 15 feet, though still below the 20-foot danger level.Authorities have appealed to the public to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from landslide-prone areas and overflowing water bodies, and follow official advisories until weather conditions improve.

The weather department has warned of the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall and brief intense showers in parts of South Kashmir and the Jammu division through July 24.

Continuous heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir triggered a landslide in the Drangbal area of Baramulla today, while rising water levels in major rivers and streams prompted fresh flood warnings across the Valley and parts of the Jammu division. The landslide occurred after persistent rainfall saturated the soil, causing a portion of a hillside to collapse. No loss of life or damage to property was reported immediately. However, authorities have urged residents living in vulnerable areas to remain alert as continuous rain has increased the risk of landslides, mudslides, and flash floods. According to the Meteorological Centre Srinagar, moderate rainfall is continuing at many places in South Kashmir, the Chenab Valley, and parts of the Pir Panjal range. A spell of light to moderate rain is forecast for Thursday, while scattered rain and thunderstorms are expected between July 25 and 27. A fresh spell of moderate to heavy showers is likely to affect the Jammu division from July 28 to 30. The weather department has warned of the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall and brief intense showers in parts of South Kashmir and the Jammu division through July 24. It has also cautioned about flash floods, landslides, mudslides, and a rise in water levels in rivers and tributaries over the next several hours. Also read | Assam floods: 21 killed in 24 hours as over 5.64 lakh people affected in 16 districts Meanwhile, the latest hydrological update indicates that the Lidder River is maintaining a high water level, while the Vishow Nallah continues to witness a gradual increase. Officials have warned that the Jhelum River at both Sangam and Ram Munshi Bagh is expected to cross the Flood Declaration Mark within the next six to eight hours if rainfall continues in the catchment areas. Residents living in low-lying areas have been advised to closely monitor the situation and take precautionary measures. In the Jammu division, the Tawi River at Udhampur crossed the Flood Alert Level at 12:30 pm, reaching 16.65 feet, well above the alert mark of 15 feet, though still below the 20-foot danger level. Authorities have appealed to the public to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from landslide-prone areas and overflowing water bodies, and follow official advisories until weather conditions improve.

The weather department has warned of the possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall and brief intense showers in parts of South Kashmir and the Jammu division through July 24.

Heavy rain triggers landslide in Baramulla; flood risk rises across Jammu and Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir continued to witness widespread moderate to heavy rainfall on Wednesday, disrupting normal life, triggering landslides, and forcing the closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44). The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that another spell of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and brief intense showers is likely to continue till late afternoon, with a fresh round expected on Thursday morning.According to rainfall data recorded over the past 24 hours, Kathua received the highest precipitation in the Union Territory with 153.4 mm, followed by Samba (133 mm), Udhampur (132.6 mm), Jammu city (62.1 mm), Katra (58.5 mm), Gulmarg (55 mm), Poonch (51 mm), Ramban (49 mm), Batote (46.1 mm), Reasi (44.5 mm), Rajouri (40.8 mm) and Baramulla (37.5 mm). Several other parts of Kashmir also recorded moderate rainfall, including Pahalgam, Kupwara, Awantipora, Qazigund and Srinagar.The IMD's Srinagar Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy rain and thunderstorms over the plains of Jammu, Reasi, Udhampur, Rajouri and Poonch, while the upper catchments of Ramban, Doda, Kulgam, Shopian, Budgam, Baramulla and Kupwara are also likely to witness intense showers. The current weather activity is expected to continue until around 3:30–4:00 PM on Wednesday, followed by a brief improvement. Another spell of rain accompanied by heavy showers is expected during the early morning and forenoon hours on Thursday.The ongoing wet spell has severely affected road connectivity. Vehicular movement on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) has been suspended from both ends after heavy rain triggered mudslides, shooting stones and debris at multiple locations. Authorities have advised commuters to avoid travelling on the highway until weather conditions improve and the route is declared safe.In Rajouri district, the Rajouri–Thanamandi Road was blocked at Fatehpur after a landslide dumped debris on the road, halting vehicular movement. Officials said men and machinery have been deployed to clear the debris and restore traffic, while commuters have been urged to avoid the route until restoration work is completed.Residents, particularly those living in vulnerable and low-lying areas, have been advised to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel, and strictly follow advisories issued by the administration as the monsoon spell continues across Jammu and Kashmir.

Heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir has triggered landslides, disrupted road connectivity and forced the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, with the IMD warning that another spell of heavy rain and thunderstorms is expected through Thursday.

Jammu and Kashmir continued to witness widespread moderate to heavy rainfall on Wednesday, disrupting normal life, triggering landslides, and forcing the closure of the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44). The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that another spell of heavy rain, thunderstorms, and brief intense showers is likely to continue till late afternoon, with a fresh round expected on Thursday morning. According to rainfall data recorded over the past 24 hours, Kathua received the highest precipitation in the Union Territory with 153.4 mm, followed by Samba (133 mm), Udhampur (132.6 mm), Jammu city (62.1 mm), Katra (58.5 mm), Gulmarg (55 mm), Poonch (51 mm), Ramban (49 mm), Batote (46.1 mm), Reasi (44.5 mm), Rajouri (40.8 mm) and Baramulla (37.5 mm). Several other parts of Kashmir also recorded moderate rainfall, including Pahalgam, Kupwara, Awantipora, Qazigund and Srinagar. The IMD's Srinagar Meteorological Centre has forecast heavy rain and thunderstorms over the plains of Jammu, Reasi, Udhampur, Rajouri and Poonch, while the upper catchments of Ramban, Doda, Kulgam, Shopian, Budgam, Baramulla and Kupwara are also likely to witness intense showers. The current weather activity is expected to continue until around 3:30–4:00 PM on Wednesday, followed by a brief improvement. Another spell of rain accompanied by heavy showers is expected during the early morning and forenoon hours on Thursday. The ongoing wet spell has severely affected road connectivity. Vehicular movement on the Jammu–Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) has been suspended from both ends after heavy rain triggered mudslides, shooting stones and debris at multiple locations. Authorities have advised commuters to avoid travelling on the highway until weather conditions improve and the route is declared safe. In Rajouri district, the Rajouri–Thanamandi Road was blocked at Fatehpur after a landslide dumped debris on the road, halting vehicular movement. Officials said men and machinery have been deployed to clear the debris and restore traffic, while commuters have been urged to avoid the route until restoration work is completed. Residents, particularly those living in vulnerable and low-lying areas, have been advised to remain alert, avoid unnecessary travel, and strictly follow advisories issued by the administration as the monsoon spell continues across Jammu and Kashmir.

Heavy rainfall across Jammu and Kashmir has triggered landslides, disrupted road connectivity and forced the closure of the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway, with the IMD warning that another spell of heavy rain and thunderstorms is expected through Thursday.

Rain havoc across J&K: NH-44 shut, landslides block roads

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have witnessed one of the deadliest August months due to weather fury across the region. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have been battered by more than 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides incidents resulting in the death of over 122 people. More than 300 people have been injured in these incidents, while over 70 people are still missing in the region.&nbsp;Eleven people have died in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on August 30. The first cloud burst incident took place in the Ramban area of Jammu division, killing four people. One person is missing in the area. The second cloudburst incident occurred at Reasi. The cloud burst incident led to a massive landslide, leading to the death of seven people belonging to the same family.&nbsp;&nbsp;''This year we had already predicted above-normal precipitation in the month of August. We have seen multiple cloudbursts, landslides, flash flood incidents and more than 5-6 events of extremely extreme rainfall across the region. Until now, it has been reported that more than 10 incidents of cloudburst have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir, and more than 18 to 20 cases of flash floods and cloudbursts have been reported from the Ladakh region. From the Ladakh region, there were no casualties reported. There was damage to the agricultural horticulture properties, but in contrast to Ladakh, we’ve seen more deaths in Jammu and Kashmir; over a hundred people have died in incidents of cloudburst, flash floods, and even drowning incidents, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT.&nbsp;&nbsp;The most severe incidents occurred in Kishtwar (August 14), Kathua (August 17), Doda (August 26), Reasi (August 27), Sonamarg (August 28), and Rajgarh (August 30). These disasters have damaged infrastructure, disrupted pilgrimages like the Vaishno Devi and Machail Mata Yatras, and crippled local economies reliant on tourism. Rural areas have also reported significant losses of livestock and agricultural fields.&nbsp;Major highways, including the Jammu-Srinagar, Katra-Shivkhori, and Srinagar-Ladakh routes, have faced disruptions, compounding the region’s challenges. The geographical location of Jammu and Kashmir-Ladakh, due to the steep slopes of the Himalayas and the interplay of monsoon-western disturbances, is prone to cloudburst events due to orographic uplift. The increased frequency of cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir is due to the natural topography, intense monsoon pattern and warming of the Earth, which increases atmospheric moisture and extreme weather events.&nbsp;''There are multiple reasons for a cloud burst. The first one is the active monsoon and strengthening of the easterly, which is moist and warm close to the Himalayan region. And secondly, when there is an interaction of a Western disturbance with the monsoon. Recent events of the 26th and 27th of August in the Jammu division were due to Western disturbance and the monsoon. Apart from this, topography also plays an important role. In the context of climate change, the rising temperature trends are acting as a trigger for the cloudburst. Multiple factors are associated with such events, and more importantly, moisture flow towards the Himalayan range is the primary reason for the cloudbursts, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT.&nbsp;&nbsp;This year’s monsoon has been exceptionally severe in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, with heavy rainfall and cloudbursts shattering previous records. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued extreme weather, including potential cloudbursts, in the coming week.''In the coming week, there is a forecast of heavy rain in the Jammu division. And more importantly, Jammu, Reasi, Udhampur and Chenab Valley will witness showers and intense rainfall in the coming week. There is a possibility of cloudburst and landslides in the Jammu division. People need to be very cautious. People need to be alert till September 3, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT.&nbsp;&nbsp;Experts urge immediate action to enhance disaster preparedness, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and implement climate adaptation measures to mitigate future risks in the region.

Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh experienced one of the most devastating Augusts in recent memory due to extreme weather. The region was hit by over 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides, leaving more than 122 dead, over 300 injured, and at least 70 still missing.

Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have witnessed one of the deadliest August months due to weather fury across the region. Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh have been battered by more than 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides incidents resulting in the death of over 122 people. More than 300 people have been injured in these incidents, while over 70 people are still missing in the region. Eleven people have died in two cloudburst incidents in Jammu and Kashmir on August 30. The first cloud burst incident took place in the Ramban area of Jammu division, killing four people. One person is missing in the area. The second cloudburst incident occurred at Reasi. The cloud burst incident led to a massive landslide, leading to the death of seven people belonging to the same family. ''This year we had already predicted above-normal precipitation in the month of August. We have seen multiple cloudbursts, landslides, flash flood incidents and more than 5-6 events of extremely extreme rainfall across the region. Until now, it has been reported that more than 10 incidents of cloudburst have been reported in Jammu and Kashmir, and more than 18 to 20 cases of flash floods and cloudbursts have been reported from the Ladakh region. From the Ladakh region, there were no casualties reported. There was damage to the agricultural horticulture properties, but in contrast to Ladakh, we’ve seen more deaths in Jammu and Kashmir; over a hundred people have died in incidents of cloudburst, flash floods, and even drowning incidents, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT. The most severe incidents occurred in Kishtwar (August 14), Kathua (August 17), Doda (August 26), Reasi (August 27), Sonamarg (August 28), and Rajgarh (August 30). These disasters have damaged infrastructure, disrupted pilgrimages like the Vaishno Devi and Machail Mata Yatras, and crippled local economies reliant on tourism. Rural areas have also reported significant losses of livestock and agricultural fields. Major highways, including the Jammu-Srinagar, Katra-Shivkhori, and Srinagar-Ladakh routes, have faced disruptions, compounding the region’s challenges. The geographical location of Jammu and Kashmir-Ladakh, due to the steep slopes of the Himalayas and the interplay of monsoon-western disturbances, is prone to cloudburst events due to orographic uplift. The increased frequency of cloudbursts in Jammu and Kashmir is due to the natural topography, intense monsoon pattern and warming of the Earth, which increases atmospheric moisture and extreme weather events. ''There are multiple reasons for a cloud burst. The first one is the active monsoon and strengthening of the easterly, which is moist and warm close to the Himalayan region. And secondly, when there is an interaction of a Western disturbance with the monsoon. Recent events of the 26th and 27th of August in the Jammu division were due to Western disturbance and the monsoon. Apart from this, topography also plays an important role. In the context of climate change, the rising temperature trends are acting as a trigger for the cloudburst. Multiple factors are associated with such events, and more importantly, moisture flow towards the Himalayan range is the primary reason for the cloudbursts, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT. This year’s monsoon has been exceptionally severe in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh, with heavy rainfall and cloudbursts shattering previous records. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued extreme weather, including potential cloudbursts, in the coming week. ''In the coming week, there is a forecast of heavy rain in the Jammu division. And more importantly, Jammu, Reasi, Udhampur and Chenab Valley will witness showers and intense rainfall in the coming week. There is a possibility of cloudburst and landslides in the Jammu division. People need to be very cautious. People need to be alert till September 3, '' said Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, Director MeT. Experts urge immediate action to enhance disaster preparedness, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and implement climate adaptation measures to mitigate future risks in the region.

Jammu &amp; Kashmir and Ladakh experienced one of the most devastating Augusts in recent memory due to extreme weather. The region was hit by over 25 cloudbursts and 9 landslides, leaving more than 122 dead, over 300 injured, and at least 70 still missing.

J&K, Ladakh witness deadliest August: Over 122 dead, 300 injured in weather fury

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have announced the closure of the schools, both government and Private, in the Jammu division for the second consecutive day. The authorities issued an order stating that, in the Jammu division, because of the inclement and bad weather conditions, ordered that All Government as well as Private Schools of the Jammu Division shall remain closed on Tuesday.However, after the closure of the National Highway on Monday, traffic was allowed to ply on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway on Tuesday. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) was closed to all vehicular traffic due to heavy rainfall and shooting stones at multiple locations on Monday.More than 70 people have died in the two Cloudburst Incidents in Kishtwar and Kathua districts of the Jammu Division. According to officials, the relief and rescue operation by the NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army, Jammu, and Kashmir Police and Civil Administration is still being carried out in the Kishtwar region, with three new dead bodies recovered from the incident site.On Sunday, a massive Cloud Burst in Kathua district caused major landslides and mudslides, leading to the deaths of seven people and injuries to six. A massive rescue and relief operation was carried out by NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and civil administration.The Indian Army swiftly mounted large-scale rescue and relief operations to support the distressed population. The sudden deluge triggered massive landslides and flooding, causing tragic loss of lives and extensive damage to infrastructure. Army relief columns, with an Engineer detachment, were immediately pressed into action in the worst-affected regions.The MeT Department in Jammu and Kashmir has predicted more rain for the next 12 hours, which could lead to cloudbursts and landslides , and mudslides in various areas. MeT says that Light to moderate Rain/Thunder at many places with intense showers/heavy Rain at a few places of Jammu Division including Reasi, Udhampur, Rajouri, Poonch, Samba &amp; Kathua, with moderate to intense showers over Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban. However, from tomorrow onwards, the weather is likely to improve. &nbsp;

Schools across Jammu division will remain shut for a second day Tuesday due to bad weather, officials said. The Jammu-Srinagar highway reopened after Monday’s closure, but over 70 people have died in recent cloudbursts in Kishtwar and Kathua. 

Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have announced the closure of the schools, both government and Private, in the Jammu division for the second consecutive day. The authorities issued an order stating that, in the Jammu division, because of the inclement and bad weather conditions, ordered that All Government as well as Private Schools of the Jammu Division shall remain closed on Tuesday. However, after the closure of the National Highway on Monday, traffic was allowed to ply on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway on Tuesday. The Jammu-Srinagar National Highway (NH-44) was closed to all vehicular traffic due to heavy rainfall and shooting stones at multiple locations on Monday. More than 70 people have died in the two Cloudburst Incidents in Kishtwar and Kathua districts of the Jammu Division. According to officials, the relief and rescue operation by the NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army, Jammu, and Kashmir Police and Civil Administration is still being carried out in the Kishtwar region, with three new dead bodies recovered from the incident site. On Sunday, a massive Cloud Burst in Kathua district caused major landslides and mudslides, leading to the deaths of seven people and injuries to six. A massive rescue and relief operation was carried out by NDRF, SDRF, Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and civil administration. The Indian Army swiftly mounted large-scale rescue and relief operations to support the distressed population. The sudden deluge triggered massive landslides and flooding, causing tragic loss of lives and extensive damage to infrastructure. Army relief columns, with an Engineer detachment, were immediately pressed into action in the worst-affected regions. The MeT Department in Jammu and Kashmir has predicted more rain for the next 12 hours, which could lead to cloudbursts and landslides , and mudslides in various areas. MeT says that Light to moderate Rain/Thunder at many places with intense showers/heavy Rain at a few places of Jammu Division including Reasi, Udhampur, Rajouri, Poonch, Samba & Kathua, with moderate to intense showers over Doda, Kishtwar, Ramban. However, from tomorrow onwards, the weather is likely to improve.

Schools across Jammu division will remain shut for a second day Tuesday due to bad weather, officials said. The Jammu-Srinagar highway reopened after Monday’s closure, but over 70 people have died in recent cloudbursts in Kishtwar and Kathua.&nbsp;

Jammu & Kashmir rains: Schools shut in Jammu for second consecutive day, MeT says weather to improve tomorrow onwards

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Heavy rain triggers landslide in Baramulla; flood risk rises across Jammu and Kashmir

Rain havoc across J&K: NH-44 shut, landslides block roads

J&K, Ladakh witness deadliest August: Over 122 dead, 300 injured in weather fury

Jammu & Kashmir rains: Schools shut in Jammu for second consecutive day