ISLAMABAD, Jul 07 (APP):The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday issued a landslide alert for the JSR Skardu Rondo Road, warning that heavy rainfall and slope erosion could trigger landslides between July 7 and 9 in Skardu and adjoining areas, prompting authorities to activate preparedness measures and urge travellers to avoid unnecessary movement. The alert was issued by the NDMA's National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC), which said the evolving …
NDMA warns of landslide risk on Skardu Rondo road
ISLAMABAD, Jul 07 (APP):The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday issued a landslide alert for the JSR Skardu Rondo Road, warning that heavy rainfall and slope erosion could trigger landslides between July 7 and 9 in Skardu and adjoining areas, prompting authorities to activate preparedness measures and urge travellers to avoid unnecessary movement.
The alert was issued by the NDMA’s National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC), which said the evolving weather situation is consistent with its earlier forecast.
The NEOC added that it continues round the clock monitoring, risk assessment and timely dissemination of information to all relevant authorities to minimise the impact of weather related hazards.
According to the advisory, landslides are likely in several vulnerable locations, including Buromdo Nala, Chamcho, Malupa, and the Dambudas, Tormik and Haramosh section of the Skardu Rondo Road over the next two days.
The NEOC warned that soil erosion, rockfalls and debris movement in local streams could further increase the risk to commuters, making travel on mountainous routes particularly hazardous.
The NDMA advised travellers and tourists to avoid unnecessary travel in landslide prone areas, exercise extreme caution while passing through vulnerable slopes, and stay updated on weather and road conditions before undertaking any journey.
The authority has also directed the local administration and all concerned departments to remain on high alert and ensure emergency response arrangements are in place to deal with any contingency.
The NDMA urged the public to rely on official advisories and use the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert App for timely alerts, weather updates and safety guidance.
