<span style="color: #222222;">In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, the people in general and those residing in the areas like Keran, Karnah, Machil, Budnamal, Jumgund, Nowgam, Kumkadi in Kupwara district have been advised to refrain from venturing in avalanche prone areas.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">In view of the incessant rainfall for last two days, increasing high water level, the apprehension of landslides and flood are there in the periphery of different Nallahs and rivers.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">In case of any urgency, general public can contact District Administration Control Room on 01955- 253522 and Police Control Room, Kupwara on 252451 and Handwara on 262295.</span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;"> </span><br />'' <span style="color: #222222;">Meanwhile, the Deputy Commissioner has asked all district and sectoral officers not to leave the headquarters without prior permission and keep their men and machinery ready to meet any exigency.</span><br />