New Delhi, March 1 -- As Kashmir braces for an impending snow spell, the Meteorological Department has issued a warning indicating the likelihood of heavy snowfall and rainfall affecting Jammu and Kashmir and surrounding areas from Friday evening onwards.

The department predicts widespread moderate to heavy snowfall and rain in the region from the night of February 29th until the afternoon of March 3rd, with peak activity expected on March 2. Areas likely to be significantly affected include the Pirpanjal Range of Jammu division and the middle and higher reaches of Kashmir Division.

The anticipated weather conditions may lead to disruptions in surface and air transport, including the Jammu-Srinagar highway and other major roads in the m...