NEW DELHI, Jan. 20 -- A fresh western disturbance is set to affect the Western Himalayan region, triggering a wet spell over the next seven days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Tuesday. Isolated heavy rainfall and snowfall are likely over the Kashmir Valley on 22-23 January, with similar conditions expected over Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand on 23 January.

Dense fog conditions are also very likely at isolated places over Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh during the next two to three days, which could disrupt road, rail and air traffic. The IMD has advised commuters to remain cautious and take precautionary measures, warning that poor visibility may lead to road accidents.

According to the IMD, isolated to scattered li...