🌨️ Massive Avalanches Strike Warwan Valley & Sonamarg! ❄️
BREAKING NEWS | January 29, 2026 | No Casualties Reported
Visual of the massive snow surge in Warwan Valley, Kishtwar
In a dramatic turn amid relentless snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir, powerful avalanches have slammed into the remote Warwan Valley of Kishtwar district and the popular tourist spot of Sonamarg, burying vast grazing lands and seasonal shelters but mercifully sparing lives.
Key Incident Details:
- 🕐 Warwan Valley, Kishtwar: Struck Wednesday morning, Jan 28, 2026 – snow from upper reaches buried pastures; locals panicked but safe.
- 🌙 Sonamarg, Ganderbal: Hit late Tuesday night at 10:12 PM, Jan 27 – CCTV captured snow engulfing homes, vehicles, and truck yards; wind-blown snow dust caused alarm.[web:6]
- ✅ No casualties or major property damage reported in either event, thanks to timely warnings and low night activity.
Authorities, including Kishtwar SHO Zaheer Iqbal and Sonamarg officials, confirmed the incidents followed heavy snow in higher reaches, with experts like Dr. Sunil Dhar attributing Sonamarg visuals to wind-generated snow clouds rather than direct impact. This marks the second such event in a week for Kishtwar, heightening fears in vulnerable zones.
Heavy snow has also disrupted flights at Srinagar airport, closed the Srinagar-Jammu highway, and affected trains, transforming scenic spots into isolated winter realms. State Correspondents is monitoring developments closely for your safety.
