ABBOTTABAD, Nov 13 (APP):A cold wave has gripped the entire Hazara Division as intermittent rain continues in the plains and snowfall is being reported in the upper parts of the region, particularly in the mountainous areas of Mansehra district. In Mansehra, intermittent snowfall continues in the upper reaches of Kaghan Valley, including Naran, Battakundi, Baisar, Lake Saif-ul-Malook and surrounding mountainous areas. Snowfall has also been reported in the upper parts …
Cold wave grips Hazara as snowfall continues in Kaghan, intermittent rain hits other areas
ABBOTTABAD, Nov 13 (APP):A cold wave has gripped the entire Hazara Division as intermittent rain continues in the plains and snowfall is being reported in the upper parts of the region, particularly in the mountainous areas of Mansehra district.
In Mansehra, intermittent snowfall continues in the upper reaches of Kaghan Valley, including Naran, Battakundi, Baisar, Lake Saif-ul-Malook and surrounding mountainous areas. Snowfall has also been reported in the upper parts of Siran and Konsh valleys, adding to the intensity of cold weather. The plains of Mansehra and other adjoining areas are experiencing intermittent rainfall.
In Abbottabad, rain since last night has brought a noticeable drop in temperature, while cold and cloudy weather conditions prevail in Galiyat, including Nathia Gali, Ayubia, Dunga Gali and Changla Gali. Similar weather conditions have been reported in Haripur and other parts of Hazara, prompting residents to bring out warm clothing, gas heaters and electric heating appliances.
The recent rainfall is expected to benefit the wheat crop by providing much-needed moisture to agricultural land. However, the cold wave has increased demand for heating fuel, while soaring LPG prices have added to the difficulties faced by households in meeting their heating requirements.
According to the weather forecast, partly cloudy conditions with chances of isolated rain and thunderstorms may persist in some parts of the region on November 14. Mainly dry weather is expected from November 15 onwards, although temperatures are likely to remain low, particularly during night and early morning hours.
The prevailing cold conditions have also attracted tourists to the snow-covered destinations of Kaghan Valley and Galiyat. However, travellers have been advised to remain cautious while visiting mountainous areas, as snowfall, slippery roads and possible icy conditions may affect road travel.
