Two persons were killed and several families were rescued while over a hundred structures damaged and equal number of live stocks perished in heavy rains and flash floods in Jammu region.

Average rainfall in district has come down drastically

Thally situated 1000 metres above sea level, surrounded by valleys and cliffs, was once called ‘Little England’ by the erstwhile British rulers due to its salubrious weather prevailing round-the-year. But, it has lost its charm during the past seven - eight years which is a cause for concern, say farmers.