Himachal Travel Alert: Yellow Warning Issued for Snowfall and Thunderstorms — Is Your Trip at Risk?

Himachal Travel Alert: A yellow alert has been issued by Shimla's India Meteorological Department (IMD) for thunderstorms and lightning at scattered places in Himachal Pradesh on Mondays and from Wednesday to Friday this week.

Some higher altitude isolated areas in the state had mild snowfall on Monday, stated the MeT office.

Keylong received 1 cm snow, while Gondla saw a trace of it, it said.

Meanwhile, the Lahaul-Spiti police advised travelers to avoid travel unless it is necessary and stay clear of sensitive areas as snowfall has been recorded around Atal Tunnel in Rohtang.

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Other than mild spells of snow at isolated places, weather remained mainly dry in the state since evening yesterday.

While recording a minimum temperature of -3.1 degree Celsius, Tabo in the tribal Lahaul and Spiti district made it to the list of lowest minimum temperatures in the state.

During the pre-monsoon period from March 1 to 10, Himachal Pradesh received 50.4 mm rainfall against a normal of 34.9 mm, which is an excess of 44 percent, and the Met Office described it as an all-time record.

Here are five key things to remember:

1. It is good to check the weather before heading outside.

Always check the forecast before you head outside. If strong rain, lightning, or storms have been forecast, it is better to postpone your journey. Weather conditions can easily be altered within hills, but therefore keep updated as you travel.

2. Stay Clear of Open Ground and Elevated Places

If issue arises and it would rain heavily, hilltops and ridges are worst during a thunderstorm. Being low elevation; and inside a shelter; is safest.

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3. Stay away from metallic objects

Metal is a good conductor of electricity, hence do not carry with you heavy metal items like trekking poles or umbrellas. Distance from metal fences, electricity poles or maybe a parked bike.

4. Safe spot

When outdoors without any kind of roof overhead, it is best to stand under trees, mostly short trees grouped closely together, or looking for something resembling a rock overhang (but not the entrance of the cave; that's also dangerous).

5. Unplug and stay dry

Unplug electronic devices when you are inside a tent or cabin to prevent short circuits. Also, keep yourself dry because you may have a higher risk of electric shock if your clothes are damp and lightning strikes nearby.

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