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Moon dust and recycled materials
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Short: El Nio threatens to dull Kashmirs winter
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Simplified framework could make products
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El Nio threatens to dull Kashmirs winter
Record-strength Pacific warming raises snowfall, temp concerns Experts say Western Disturbances could still change seasonal picture Kashmir gradually becoming part of global weather change: Dir MeT Sgr Srinagar, Nov 10: Kashmir's winter is facing another climate test, with the strengthening El Nio phenomenon raising questions over the Valley's snowfall prospects, winter temperatures and the natural water reserves that sustain its rivers, streams and springs. The concern goes beyond whether the Valley will witness a white winter. For a region whose water security, agriculture, horticulture and hydropower depend heavily on mountain snow, a warmer winter or prolonged gaps between snowfall spells could have consequences extending well into the summer. The latest global climate assessment indicates that El Nio conditions are established in the equatorial Pacific and are expected to strengthen, potentially influencing global weather patterns through the coming winter. The Japan Meteorological Agency's November 10 assessment has reported an extraordinary development sea surface temperatures in the Nino-3 region were 4.4 degrees Celsius above normal in October, exceeding the previous record of 4 degrees set in September. The agency says the ongoing El Nio has reached its strongest intensity since records began in 1949. The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), meanwhile, says there is more than an 83 per cent probability of a strong-to-very-strong El Nio persisting through January-March 2027. For Kashmir, the crucial question is how this global climate phenomenon interacts with Western Disturbances, the weather systems responsible for most of the Valley's winter rain and snowfall. Director, Meteorological Department, Srinagar, Dr Mukhtar Ahmad, told Rising Kashmir that Jammu and Kashmir could experience a relatively mild and drier-than-normal winter under El Nio's influence, although significant snowfall spells cannot be ruled out. Winter will definitely come. Sometimes winters are severe and sometimes mild. What we have been witnessing over the last few years is a relatively mild winter, Ahmad said. One thing is clear: Kashmir, once known for heavy snowfall and wet spells, is fast becoming part of the global warming system and this season, we may again witness a snow-deficient winter. He cautioned against making definitive long-range predictions, pointing out that one or two strong Western Disturbances accompanied by adequate moisture could significantly change the seasonal precipitation scenario. One or two active spells of Western Disturbances might reverse everything as far as precipitation is concerned, he said. But that doesnt mean we are not part of the larger weather system of the globe which is under the influence of global warming. Director Meteorological Centre Ladakh Sonam Lotus also cautioned against drawing conclusions solely from El Nio, saying global models indicated the possibility of a mild winter, but the region's complex atmospheric conditions made seasonal forecasting difficult. According to the global models, it seems that it will be a mild winter. But still, we cannot conclude it at this stage, Lotus said. But yes, we are becoming part of the global weather system and J&K and Ladakh are under the impact of global warming. He said the frequency and intensity of Western Disturbances, jet-stream configuration and other atmospheric circulation patterns would determine the actual winter outcome across J&K and Ladakh. Independent weatherman Faizan Arif said seasonal predictions required continuous examination of multiple international forecasting models rather than relying on a single climate indicator. It is indeed premature to draw conclusions on whether Kashmir would witness a dry or mild winter. Global weather change is a major reality, and one cant rule out Kashmir not being a part, Arif said. The concerns are particularly significant because Kashmir is entering another winter after years of inadequate precipitation. A March 2026 report documented seven consecutive winters of below-normal precipitation in Jammu and Kashmir. The winter of 2025-26 was particularly deficient, with the Union Territory receiving 100.6 mm of precipitation against a normal of 284.9 mm between December and February, marking a shortfall of 65 per cent. February was exceptionally dry, recording just 14.2 mm against a normal of 130.4 mm, a deficit of nearly 89 per cent. Srinagar received only 5.3 mm during the month. The wider Himalayan picture is equally concerning. An analysis published by the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing in January 2026 documented significantly reduced winter precipitation across the North Western Himalayas during the 2025-26 season. A separate assessment in May reported that snow cover across the Hindu Kush Himalayas was nearly 28 per cent below its long-term average between November 2025 and March 2026. These figures underline the growing vulnerability of the Himalayan snow system, which acts as a natural reservoir, storing winter precipitation and releasing water gradually during the warmer months. For Kashmir, reduced snow accumulation can affect the flow of rivers and streams, groundwater recharge, drinking water supplies, irrigation and hydropower generation. It can also disrupt horticulture, as fruit trees depend on adequate winter chilling to maintain their natural dormancy and flowering cycles. The impact is not limited to the summer water crisis. Prolonged dry spells and warmer conditions can also increase forest-fire vulnerability and alter the ecological balance of mountain habitats. Meteorologists, however, caution that El Nio should not be interpreted as a guarantee of a snow-deficient winter in Kashmir. Unlike some other parts of the world, winter precipitation in the western Himalayas is heavily dependent on Western Disturbances originating in the Mediterranean region and moving eastwards. Their frequency, intensity, movement and moisture content determine whether Kashmir receives widespread snowfall, isolated precipitation or prolonged dry spells. A strong disturbance during December or January could bring substantial snowfall even in an El Nio year. Conversely, frequent but weak systems could leave the mountains with inadequate snow accumulation. The immediate weather outlook also illustrates this uncertainty. The Meteorological Department has forecast a significant Western Disturbance around November 12-13, with widespread rain and snowfall expected over higher reaches of J&K. The coming winter will therefore be a crucial test of the region's changing climate. While the Pacific Ocean is registering unprecedented warming, Kashmir's fate will ultimately depend on how global climate signals interact with local atmospheric systems.
'It can kill us': Kenyans fear impact of El Nio with floods predicted
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AI-generated molecular fingerprints help identify existing compounds with therapeutic potential
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University of Missouri researchers have created a single solid material that responds differently depending on what it
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Scientists discover new way to control magnetic waves for future quantum technologies
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Savita makes way for Bansari in Indian womens hockey squad for ACT
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When the definition of sexual consent gets stretched
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Alleged Spy Plot Against Nvidia CEO Raises Questions About Company's Future
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Deep reefs provide corals little refuge from extreme ocean heat
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BJP questions HP govts 4-year record, seeks white paper on investment
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