The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide weather alert, warning of thunderstorms, strong winds, heavy rainfall, urban flooding, and glacier-related flood risks across several parts of Pakistan over the next 12 to 24 hours.
According to the National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC), the expected weather pattern aligns with seasonal forecasts issued earlier this year. The NDMA said it has been sharing warnings and risk assessments with federal, provincial, and district authorities to ensure preparedness and a timely response.
The authority warned that vulnerable mountainous regions in Gilgit-Baltistan (GB), Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP), and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) face an elevated risk of flash floods, landslides, and Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs).
Rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms, strong winds, and dust storms is expected in several districts of Punjab, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Murree, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Rahim Yar Khan. Similar weather conditions are forecast for Islamabad and parts of KP, Balochistan, Sindh, GB, and AJK.
The NDMA also highlighted the possibility of urban flooding in low-lying areas, particularly during periods of intense rainfall.
Authorities have directed district administrations and emergency response agencies to remain on high alert, while rescue teams have been instructed to ensure readiness for any developing situation.
The NDMA advised citizens, tourists, and travelers to avoid unnecessary journeys during severe weather and to check road and weather conditions before visiting northern areas where flooding and landslides may disrupt travel.
Residents have been urged to stay informed through the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert mobile application and immediately contact local authorities in case of emergencies.
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