PMD Issues Nationwide Rain Forecast with Flood, Landslide Warnings
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a comprehensive rain forecast, warning of heavy downpours, thunderstorms, and urban flooding in several regions across the country. The weather system is expected to intensify starting July 20, with severe impacts likely to continue through July 26.
🌦️ Key Weather Highlights:
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Monsoon currents are actively moving into Sindh and northern Pakistan.
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A fresh westerly wave will enter the northern regions on July 21, bringing more intense rainfall.
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Risk of urban flooding, flash floods, and landslides in vulnerable areas.
📍 Region-Wise Rain Forecast:
Sindh (July 18–20)
Rain, wind, and thunderstorms with isolated heavy showers expected in:
Karachi, Hyderabad, Tharparkar, Badin, Mirpurkhas, Umerkot, Thatta, Tando Allahyar, Khairpur, Larkana, Sukkur, Ghotki, Jacobabad, and more.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (July 21–25)
Heavy to very heavy rainfall in:
Swat, Chitral, Dir, Malakand, Kohat, Bannu, Tank, D.I. Khan, and tribal districts including Waziristan, Kurram, Bajaur, Khyber, Orakzai.
Urban centers affected include Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Haripur, and others.
Punjab & Islamabad (July 18–25)
Widespread thunderstorms with heavy rainfall forecast in:
Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Murree, Galliyat, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Sargodha, Bhakkar, Mianwali.
Southern Punjab (Multan, Bahawalpur, Muzaffargarh, D.G. Khan, Rajanpur) will see rainfall from July 18 to 23.
Kashmir & Gilgit-Baltistan (July 20–26)
Rain and landslide risk in:
Azad Kashmir – Muzaffarabad, Neelum, Rawalakot, Bagh, Mirpur.
Gilgit-Baltistan – Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Diamir, Astore.
Balochistan (July 18–25)
Intermittent rain and thunderstorms likely in:
Lasbela, Khuzdar, Quetta, Zhob, Kalat, Loralai, Barkhan, Ziarat, Awaran, Qilla Saifullah, and surrounding areas.
🚨 Warnings and Public Advisory
⚠️ Flash Flood Risk:
High risk in:
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Northern KP
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Pothohar region
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Murree, Kashmir, and hilly Punjab districts
⚠️ Urban Flooding Expected In:
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Islamabad
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Rawalpindi
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Lahore
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Faisalabad
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Peshawar
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Sialkot
(July 21–25)
⚠️ Landslide Alerts:
Possible road closures and travel disruption in:
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KP hill stations
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Gilgit-Baltistan
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Murree
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Kashmir
⚠️ Infrastructure Risks:
Heavy winds and rainfall may:
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Damage rooftops, electric poles, and billboards
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Dislodge solar panels
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Weaken kacha houses
🛑 Safety Tips for the Public:
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Avoid non-essential travel during heavy rain spells.
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Stay away from low-lying areas, streams, and electric poles.
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Follow updates from PMD, NDMA, and local authorities.
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Tourists in northern areas should delay or reschedule travel plans.
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Keep emergency kits and battery backups ready.
Stay tuned to official weather channels for real-time updates. Pakistan’s monsoon season is in full swing, and preparation is key to staying safe during this high-impact weather.
