Bandipora,November 10: Bandipora Police have issued a travel advisory urging tourists currently visiting Gurez Valley to leave the area by Tuesday, November 10, in view of the forecast of heavy snowfall from November 11 and the possibility of road blockages that could leave visitors stranded.In its advisory, police have asked tourists to plan their departure without delay and avoid undertaking fresh journeys to Gurez, warning that adverse weather conditions could disrupt road connectivity and potentially cut off the valley from other areas.Police have also urged examination candidates, patients requiring regular medical treatment or consultations, guests travelling for scheduled weddings and other important events, and individuals having time-bound official duties outside the Sub-Division to take the advisory seriously and make necessary travel arrangements in advance.Tourists and other travellers have been advised to plan their journeys carefully, preferably travel during daylight hours, avoid unnecessary movement and follow official weather forecasts and road advisories issued by the concerned authorities.Police have further asked visitors to remain in contact with the local police and administration for updates regarding road conditions and weather developments.The advisory comes ahead of the expected spell of heavy snowfall, which could make road travel difficult and increase the risk of tourists and other travellers getting stranded in the snowbound valley.
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