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Avalanche Strikes Kishtwar Area in Chenab Valley, No Casualties Reported

Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir: A fresh avalanche hit the upper regions of Kishtwar in the Chenab Valley following heavy snowfall in the Kashmir Valley. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported as of now.

According to reports, the avalanche struck the region on Saturday afternoon after a period of snowfall. Authorities confirmed that the avalanche occurred in the Gadh area of Kishtwar, and preliminary investigations indicate that there were no people present at the site when the incident occurred.

A senior police official confirmed the incident, stating, “An avalanche hit the Kishtwar mountain on Saturday. The avalanche struck the Gadh area, which had already been designated as a red zone due to the risk of such incidents. Authorities had already issued a warning, and restrictions on movement were in place.”

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This marks the fourth avalanche-related incident in the region in the past three days, though no fatalities or injuries have been reported so far. Local sources mentioned that the area where the avalanche occurred was uninhabited at the time, further minimizing the potential for loss of life.

Authorities continue to monitor the situation, emphasizing the importance of following safety guidelines and avoiding travel in areas prone to avalanches. The region remains under high alert as snow continues to accumulate, and avalanche risks persist in the coming days.

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