Multan Sees Heaviest Rainfall in 48 Years

Monsoon rains persisted throughout the province on Tuesday, with Multan experiencing the heaviest downpour of 172 mm, shattering the city’s 48-year-old record of 134.5 mm set in 1976.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a fresh advisory on Tuesday, warning that the ongoing rainfall is expected to persist throughout the week, with heavy downpours in southern and central regions of the country.

Heavy rainfall also struck southern Punjab, resulting in extensive flooding across the region. In Multan, the Chungi No. 9 Disposal Station area recorded the highest rainfall at 172mm, surpassing the city’s previous record of 134.5mm in 1976.

Kerri Jammandan saw 137mm of rain, while Old Shujabad Road received 90mm. The heavy downpour led to flooded roads and streets, creating significant challenges for residents.

Multan Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) Managing Director Khalid Raza Khan declared a rain emergency, instructing field staff from the sewerage and disposal station divisions to start water drainage operations across the city. He ordered all disposal stations to run at full capacity and personally oversaw the drainage efforts.

According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), Attock recorded the highest rainfall at 51 mm, followed by 46 mm in Jhelum, 42 mm in Chakwal, 32 mm in Rawalpindi, 31 mm in Sialkot, 27 mm in Bhakkar, 24 mm in Shorkot, and 10 mm in Murree.