IMD Weather Advisory for Jammu Division: Heavy Rainfall, Flash Flood & Landslide Alert (17

Jammu, 17 August 2025: The India Meteorological Department (IMD), Meteorological Centre Srinagar, has issued a weather advisory for Jammu Division warning of moderate to heavy rainfall during 17–19 August 2025. The forecast also includes thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across several districts

Key Highlights

Expected Weather: Heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms.
Duration: 17–19 August 2025
Time : From Mon, 18 Aug, 3:00 AM GMT+5:30 to Tue, 19 Aug, 12:00 AM GMT+5:30
Risks: Flash floods, cloudbursts, landslides, mudslides, waterlogging, and road blockages.
Most Affected Districts: Rajouri, Ramban, Reasi, Udhampur, Doda, Kishtwar, Kathua, Poonch, Samba, and Jammu.

Likely Impacts

Flash Floods: Increased risk in low-lying and flood-prone areas.
Landslides and Mudslides: Possible in hilly regions, especially along highways and vulnerable slopes.
Transportation Disruptions: National highways and interior roads may be blocked due to landslides and shooting stones.
Agriculture: Possible damage to orchards, standing crops, and kutcha houses.

Advisory for the Public

Avoid travel near nallas, rivers, and steep slopes during heavy rainfall.
Stay away from landslide-prone areas and unstable structures.
Farmers should take precautionary steps to protect orchards and drain excess water from fields.
Residents in vulnerable areas should stay alert and follow local administration instructions.

Advisory for Authorities

Disaster management teams and response units must remain on high alert.
Continuous monitoring of rivers, streams, and catchment areas is essential.
Ensure preparedness for road clearance, rescue, and evacuation operations.

The IMD has urged the public to remain updated through official bulletins on mausam.imd.gov .in and local media outlets.

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