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Heavy Rain Swells Streams Across Jammu & Kashmir
✍️ Greater Kashmir
🗓 23 Jul 2026, 02:03 PM
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Intense rainfall has caused streams to swell across Jammu & Kashmir, prompting authorities to issue warnings and prepare for potential flooding.
Heavy rainfall over the past 48 hours has led to significant swelling of streams in several districts of Jammu & Kashmir. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a Level 2 alert for affected areas, urging residents to stay vigilant.
Local officials in the Ganderbal and Pulwama districts reported that water levels rose rapidly, inundating low‑lying roads and threatening nearby villages. Rescue teams have been deployed to monitor the situation and are ready to assist if needed.
The state government has activated its emergency response plan and is coordinating with the Indian Army for additional support. Residents are advised to avoid crossing swollen streams and to seek higher ground if possible.
Meteorological data indicates that the region is expected to receive further rainfall over the next 24 hours, increasing the risk of flash floods. Authorities are monitoring river gauges closely to anticipate any sudden rises in water levels.
The NDMA will continue to update the public on the evolving situation and will issue further advisories as required.
Local officials in the Ganderbal and Pulwama districts reported that water levels rose rapidly, inundating low‑lying roads and threatening nearby villages. Rescue teams have been deployed to monitor the situation and are ready to assist if needed.
The state government has activated its emergency response plan and is coordinating with the Indian Army for additional support. Residents are advised to avoid crossing swollen streams and to seek higher ground if possible.
Meteorological data indicates that the region is expected to receive further rainfall over the next 24 hours, increasing the risk of flash floods. Authorities are monitoring river gauges closely to anticipate any sudden rises in water levels.
The NDMA will continue to update the public on the evolving situation and will issue further advisories as required.