Srinagar: A massive snow avalanche struck along the Srinagar Leh highway at the Hung area of Sonamarg in Jammu Kashmir’s Ganderbal district on Friday, officials said.
However, there was no report of any casualty in the incident.
Two vehicles which were stuck in the snow were rescued, they said.
A police team was rushed to the spot to ascertain the situation.
Amid inclement weather, Jammu and Kashmir Disaster Management Authority (JKDMA) today issued an avalanche warning in the Ganderbal and other districts of the valley.
A police official said According to official sources, the avalanche directly impacted two vehicles, primarily occupied by tourists. However, swift action from the rescue teams led to the successful evacuation of all passengers, ensuring their safety. Efforts are currently ongoing to ascertain if there are any additional individuals trapped in the aftermath of the avalanche.