Srinagar, March 29 -- The meteorological department has issued a fresh advisory for J&K and Ladakh as a fresh western disturbance is likely to hit the region from March 28-30 night, said MeT officials. MeT office has predicted fresh rains and snowfall on Saturday night even light to moderate snowfall across the Zoji La axis and higher reaches of Ganderbal and Kargil is predicted over the next 48 hours. MeT said the temperatures in Drass and Meenamarg are expected to dip to -8degC, raising concerns about "secondary avalanches" and slippery road conditions. MeT office said that for next two days the weather will generally remain cloudy towards evening with possibility of intermittent light to moderate rain/snow (higher reaches) at most places with thunder/gusty winds (40-50 KMPH) from March 28 to 30. An avalanche with a medium danger level is expected to occur above 2,400 metres in Bandipora and Ganderbal within the next 24 hours, officials added. "People are strictly advised to avoid venturing into avalanche-prone areas, including slopes, hilly terrain, and higher reaches, until further orders are issued by the authorities," the advisory read. Residents, tourists, and nomadic communities have been asked to adhere to official advisories and cooperate with the administration for their safety. On Friday, multiple avalanches struck the Zojila Pass in Ganderbal district, trapping several vehicles and resulting in the deaths of seven individuals.The pass along the Srinagar-Leh national highway connects the Kashmir valley with Ladakh....