Avalanche Disrupts Traffic on Udaipur-Killar Road in Himachal Pradesh

Traffic Standstill Due to Avalanche

Late on Wednesday night, traffic on the Udaipur-Killar route in the Lahaul-Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh was halted after an avalanche hit near Daread Nala, isolating the valley from the surrounding areas.

More than a dozen vehicles, including two buses from the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC), became stranded on both sides of the blocked road.

In response to the situation, teams from the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) were deployed along with machinery to clear the snow and restore access.

Weather Forecast: Rain and Snow Ahead

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted a week-long period of rain starting Thursday, with snowfall anticipated in higher elevations.

A yellow alert has been issued for thunderstorms and strong winds, with speeds reaching 40-50 km/h in various regions of the state, attributed to a new western disturbance affecting local weather.

Light rain is expected in isolated areas of Kullu, Mandi, Lahaul-Spiti, Shimla, and Kinnaur districts on Thursday, with light to moderate rainfall anticipated from May 2 to 7 across multiple regions.

Shimla Weather Conditions

In Shimla, overcast skies and sporadic showers were observed on Thursday, with similar weather conditions expected to continue in the coming days.

Authorities have urged travelers and residents in higher altitudes to remain cautious. The recorded temperatures include a minimum of 15.5°C in Shimla, 5.5°C in Keylong (Lahaul), 18.1°C in Kullu (Bhuntar), 12.7°C in Manali, 9.2°C in Kalpa, 16.8°C in Dharamshala, 20.5°C in Una, and 22.2°C in Mandi.