Jehlum Valley Tourists Beware: Weather Alert Issued

HATTIAN BALA, PAKISTAN-ADMINISTERED KASHMIR – April 24, 2024 – The Jehlum Valley braces for potential dangers as the weather department forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and flash flooding between April 26 and 29, 2024.

In light of this weather alert, the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has urged tourists visiting the valley to prioritize safety by following these precautions:

• Minimize travel to mountainous areas during rainfall. If travel is unavoidable, exercise extreme caution.
• Seek shelter in a nearby hotel or guesthouse during heavy rain. Maintain a safe distance from rivers and streams to avoid potential flash floods.
• Reduce driving speed significantly during rain. The risk of landslides increases in mountainous areas with wet conditions.
• Reassess and adjust your travel plans after the rain subsides. Make necessary arrangements based on the prevailing situation.
• Report any emergencies to local authorities. In case of trouble while traveling, contact the local police, district police control room, or tourist police control room. The Jehlum Valley police are available 24/7 to assist you.

Jehlum Valley Tourist Safety Contact Numbers:

• District Control Room: 05822932605
• Thana Police City Hatian: 05822932600
• Thana Police Chanari: 05822931700
• Thana Police Chukar: 05822932000
• Thana Police Leepa: 05822932800

Tourist Police Control Room:

• 05822-930831
• 05822-930832
• 05822-930829
• 05822-1422

Azadi Times urges tourists to prioritize safety and follow the SDMA’s advisories. We will continue to provide updates on the weather situation in the Jehlum Valley.