Flood threat rises for River Kabul as FFC issues alert

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Peshawar: The Federal Flood Commission (FFC) has issued an alert over a potential flood in the River Kabul, warning that water levels are likely to rise due to an active western weather system.

The commission said the system will affect the country’s upper regions from January 21 to 24, with a significant increase in the River Kabul’s flow expected on January 22 and 23.

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Alerts have been issued for multiple districts, and authorities, including the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), district administrations, and the Irrigation Department, have been directed to implement precautionary measures to prevent any adverse impact.

The FFC also warned that heavy rainfall could trigger flash floods in hill torrents and seasonal streams. Residents in vulnerable areas have been urged to remain vigilant and follow official instructions.

Authorities advised the public to avoid unnecessary travel near rivers and streams during the alert period and to stay updated with official advisories.

Freezing conditions prevail in Kashmir

Minimum temperatures at upper reaches across both sides of the Line of Control  (LoC) in Kashmir dipped below the freezing point at most places on Tuesday, with Sonamarg recording the lowest at minus 6.2 degrees Celsius, according to data.

In the Indian occupied Kashmir valley, Srinagar recorded a low of minus 3.4 degrees Celsius, while the temperature at Srinagar airport settled at minus 4.4 degrees. Gulmarg and Pulwama both registered minus 5.5 degrees, while Pahalgam recorded minus 4.0 degrees. Pampore, Anantnag, and Budgam hovered around minus 4.5 degrees, a report reaching here late Tuesday from across the LoC said.

Kupwara recorded a minimum of minus 1.2 degrees, Baramulla minus 2.1 degrees, and Bandipora minus 2.9 degrees. Kokernag and Kulgam were relatively warmer, recording minimums of 0.6 degrees and 1.5 degrees, respectively.

In the Jammu region, Jammu city and Katra recorded minimum temperatures of 7.4 degrees Celsius, while Jammu airport recorded 7.6 degrees. Banihal and Bhaderwah registered sub-zero temperatures at minus 1.6 degrees and minus 1.2 degrees, respectively. Udhampur recorded 0.8 degrees, Rajouri 0.6 degrees and Samba 0.4 degrees.

In Ladakh, Leh recorded a minimum temperature of minus 9.0 degrees Celsius, while Hanle was the coldest at minus 13.3 degrees, according to a report reaching here from across the line of control late Tuesday.