Rain, snow likely in next 48 hrs in HP: Weathermen

Shimla, Oct 22 (UNI) Indian Meteorological Department forecast more rain or snowfall in next 48 hrs in the
state owing to western disturbance in western Himalayan Region with effect from Saturday night to
early morning in the state.
Spokespersons of IMD said here today that light to moderate rainfall is very likely in lower and
mid hills and snowfall in high hills in the state during next 48 hrs.

Light rain or snowfall likely to commence from this night to early Saturday in district Chamba
Lauhal Spiti, Kangra Kullu and adjoining area.
The intensity and distribution of rain or snowfall likely to further increase on Oct 23 & 24 in many parts
the state.
The cold wave likely to be increased with falling down of mercury by 3-4 degree C from Oct 25 onward in
the state.
Recent heavy rainfall disrupted the normal lives in the state as many tourists are still stranded in the state
in Kaza subdivision in the heavy snowfall.