Snowfall rejuvenates tourist havens

BALAKOT:

The weather in the picturesque tourist havens of Shogran, Kaghan and Naran, along with their surrounding valleys, has turned cold after the tourist region received three to five feet of snow in an impressive three-day-long snowfall session.

In Balakot, relief comes as the incessant rains and snow finally relent, bringing respite to locals and allowing for the gradual reopening of link roads. However, the aftermath of heavy snowfall has led to disruptions in power supply and communication networks in Kaghan Valley, forcing residents to remain indoors for safety.

Naran and Kaghan are now shrouded in a serene chill, with temperatures dipping to a bone-chilling minus three degrees, while Shogran registers a crisp minus one degree.

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Enthusiastic snow seekers flock to Shogran, revelling in the ethereal spectacle of snowflakes dancing from the heavens, revitalising the valley’s charm after a prolonged dry spell. The valley has returned to its glory with the recent snowfall after a long drought and the mountains are white again.

The recent snowfall promises a reprieve from water scarcity, rejuvenating areas previously plagued by drought. According to the Meteorological Department, a fresh spell of rain and snow is likely to begin next week, with more snowfall expected.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 21^st 2024.