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Heavy rain expected countrywide over next two days: Met Office

PMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert Across Pakistan as Monsoon Intensifies

ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a fresh weather alert forecasting heavy monsoon rains across several regions of the country over the next two days. The alert covers Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), northeast Punjab, Azad Kashmir, and parts of Balochistan, where strong winds, thunderstorms, and flash floods are likely.


Monsoon Season Brings Relief and Risk

Running from June to September, Pakistan’s monsoon season is vital for agriculture and water supply, but often comes with destructive weather patterns. Torrential rains can lead to flash floods, landslides, and displacement, especially in vulnerable or low-lying areas.

The National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) has also issued a nationwide alert, warning of potential flood-like conditions and urging preparedness, particularly in river catchment zones. So far, at least 19 people have lost their lives due to extreme weather incidents in Balochistan, KP, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi.


Regions on Alert for Heavy Rainfall (July 8–10)

According to PMD’s forecast, moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to persist until July 10, especially in upper and northeastern regions of the country.

  • Punjab, KP, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Islamabad will experience rain-wind/thundershowers.

  • Isolated heavy downpours are likely in Kashmir, northeast Punjab, Potohar region, and southern and northeastern Balochistan.

The PMD has urged citizens to remain cautious and stay updated through official weather channels.


Flood and Landslide Warnings Issued

Low-lying areas in the following cities are at risk of flooding due to continuous rainfall:

  • Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Peshawar, and Nowshera.

The Met Office has also warned of potential landslides in:

  • Murree, Galliyat, Mansehra, Swat, Dir, Kohistan, Azad Kashmir, and several districts of Balochistan including Kalat, Zhob, Lasbela, and Kharan.

In Sindh, coastal areas including Karachi are expected to receive light rain or drizzle, with no immediate threat of flooding.


Rainfall Recorded in Last 24 Hours

Here’s a breakdown of recent rainfall measurements across Pakistan:

Punjab:

  • Lahore (City & Airport): 40mm

  • Sheikhupura: 48mm

  • Islamabad (Saidpur): 16mm

  • Gujranwala: 6mm

  • Murree: 5mm

  • Faisalabad: 4mm

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa:

  • Balakot: 40mm

  • Kakul: 31mm

  • Malam Jabba: 17mm

  • Bannu: 8mm

Sindh:

  • Badin: 4mm

  • Mithi: 2mm

  • Karachi, Hyderabad, Larkana: Traces

Balochistan:

  • Kalat: 17mm

  • Ziarat: 12mm

  • Lasbela: Light rain

Azad Kashmir:

  • Muzaffarabad: 7mm

  • Rawalakot & Kotli: 1mm


PMD Advisory: Stay Informed and Cautious

The PMD strongly advises the public to:

  • Avoid unnecessary travel in flood-prone or landslide-prone areas.

  • Stay tuned to official updates and weather forecasts.

  • Ensure drainage systems around homes remain unclogged.


Final Thoughts

As the monsoon season gains strength, both the government and citizens must remain vigilant. While the rains bring much-needed water for crops and reservoirs, they can also pose serious risks to life, property, and infrastructure.

For real-time weather alerts, emergency updates, and regional news, stay connected with ProPakistani.

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