The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a weather alert for the upper parts of the country. Here’s what you need to know:
Key Weather Forecast:
A westerly wave will enter northern Pakistan on the night of November 3 and last until November 5.
Rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms are expected in:
- Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Buner, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Swabi, Nowshera, Peshawar, Mardan, Charsadda, Kurram, Orakzai, Hangu, Kohat, Galliyat
- Kashmir (Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur)
- Gilgit-Baltistan (Diamir, Astore, Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, Ghanche, Shigar)
- Snowfall is likely over the mountains in these regions.
- Isolated hailstorms may also occur.
Other Affected Areas:
Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Chakwal, Talagang, Jhelum, Sargodha, Khushab, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore
Expected Impacts:
- Significant drop in day temperatures during the wet spell; night temperatures will fall afterward.
- Fog and smog will temporarily subside during the rain but may return after the weather clears.
- Windstorms, hail, and lightning could damage weak or loose structures.
Advisories:
- Farmers: Plan agricultural activities according to the weather forecast.
- Travelers and tourists: Schedule trips carefully, especially in hilly and mountainous areas.
- General public: Stay alert for possible disruptions and follow updates from authorities.
