India has contacted Pakistan for the first time since war and alerted the country about a possible major flood in Kashmir side area.
The Indian High Commission in Islamabad informed Pakistan of a potential flood in the Tawi River at Jammu.
The major flood can affect Pakistan side too.
On Sunday, the India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for all districts of Jammu and Kashmir as heavy rainfall continues to lash the union territory. The weather department has also forecast overcast skies, light rain, and thunderstorms.
Following the rain alerts for J&K, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah directed all concerned departments to remain on high alert as torrential rains lashed wide parts of the UT.
In a post on X, the CM’s office said waterlogging had been reported in several residential areas, while rivers and nallahs were flowing above the danger mark.
“Control rooms are active and the CM Office is in touch with departments. Priority is being given to drainage in affected areas and restoration of essential services like water supply and power. People are advised to remain cautious,” Abdullah said.
He also warned residents to stay alert in view of the forecast predicting moderate to intense rainfall, with the possibility of cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides in high-altitude areas till August 27.
Read more details in our full report: India issues another ‘high flood’ alert for Sutlej.
