PNS | DEHRADUN
The weather is set to get colder from today. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow warning (Watch) while forecasting that mountainous regions in Uttarakhand situated at altitudes of 2,500 metres and above may witness moderate to heavy snowfall from December 27 to 29. This may lead to slippery roads due to ice deposition, minor damage to electrical and telecommunication lines and road blockage due to snow accumulation. Apart from this, cold day conditions are forecast in all districts of the State on Saturday.
According to the IMD, cold day conditions are likely on December 28 with low temperature and chilly winds likely to aggravate the cold. This may present mild to moderate health concerns for vulnerable people including children, pregnant women, elderly and people with chronic diseases.
Meanwhile, the recent rain and snowfall witnessed in the State attracted a considerable number of tourists especially from other States. Popular hill stations were thronged by tourists on Christmas eve and the occasion itself. With snowfall forecast before the advent of the new calendar year, more tourists are expected to visit the mountainous regions of the State.
