MUZAFFARABAD: The Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) government has ordered all public and private schools to remain closed on August 15 and 16 because of continuous rains and the threat of landslides.
According to an official notification, the decision has been taken in view of safety concerns for students and teachers. Heavy downpours have already caused serious damage in parts of the region. On Wednesday, a cloudburst in Nasirabad, Muzaffarabad, triggered a flash flood that killed six members of one family.
Floodwaters have also risen in Bagh, while Bhimber’s Samahni area has reported high-level flooding. The Meteorological Department has forecast more heavy rain in AJK, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan until August 18, warning of possible landslides in hilly areas.
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Officials have advised residents to limit travel and follow safety instructions. Parents have been told to keep children at home until weather conditions improve. The State Disaster Management Authority is monitoring the situation and further announcements will be made if needed.
