Following the IMD’s warning, the Irrigation and Flood Control (I&FC) Department released a flood advisory for south Kashmir, particularly for areas within the Jhelum river basin.
Officials warned that the expected rainfall could lead to a rapid increase in water levels in rivers, streams, nallahs and mountain channels, especially in higher-altitude and hilly regions. Residents have been advised to avoid riverbanks, flood-prone locations and unnecessary travel through vulnerable areas. Tourists, transporters and local residents have also been urged to closely follow official weather updates.
The advisory added that although the Jhelum River and its major tributaries remained below danger levels on Monday evening, water levels are expected to rise as rainfall continues.