Heavy Snowfall and Landslides Disrupt Northern India, Triggering Avalanches and Road Closures

Severe precipitation caused by a western disturbance has led to blocked highways, power outages, and avalanche threats across Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir.

Himachal Pradesh has reported 583 blocked roads, including five national highways, along with disrupted power and water supply due to heavy snowfall and landslides.
In Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, an avalanche trapped 57 workers, with 32 rescued so far and efforts ongoing to save the remaining individuals.
Jammu and Kashmir experienced significant snowfall, leading to the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu and Srinagar-Ladakh highways, as well as avalanche warnings in high-altitude areas.
Authorities in Himachal Pradesh have issued public advisories, warning residents and tourists to avoid rivers, streams, and avalanche-prone areas for safety.
The India Meteorological Department predicts continued light to moderate snowfall and rainfall in affected regions through March 4, with a new western disturbance expected to bring additional precipitation starting March 2.