The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has predicted heavy snowfall and rain in Murree, Galiyat and surrounding areas over the next few days, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathiya said on Wednesday that Murree and surrounding areas are likely to receive snowfall until January 6.
In view of the evolving situation, the PDMA has set up 13 facilitation centres for the assistance of tourists, the PDMA DG said and advised tourists to carefully plan their journeys, taking in account the anticipated heavy snow in Murree before they set out for travel.
Irfan Kathiya said the district administration is on alert for 24 hours to handle any kind of disaster. The district administration is always there for guiding and protection of the tourists, he added.
Irfan Kathiya informed that in case of any emergency PDMA helpline 1129 and WhatsApp number 0336980429 can be contacted.
Reporter Mian Kaleem