PMD Predicts Heavy Rain in Islamabad and Rawalpindi

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast widespread rain and thunderstorms in Islamabad and Rawalpindi over the next two days, warning that heavy downpours on Tuesday and Wednesday could cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of both cities.

In a weather advisory issued on Monday, the PMD urged residents and authorities to remain vigilant as the incoming weather system is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and thunderstorms to the twin cities.

According to the department, moist currents from the Arabian Sea are continuously affecting the upper parts of the country, while moisture-laden winds from the Bay of Bengal are expected to enter northeastern regions from Tuesday evening. A westerly weather system is also set to influence the upper parts of the country, further enhancing rainfall activity.

Besides Islamabad and Rawalpindi, rain accompanied by windstorms and thunderstorms is also expected in Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Sialkot, Narowal, Sahiwal, Okara, Kasur, and several adjoining districts.

The PMD warned that strong winds and lightning could damage vulnerable structures, including solar panels, electricity poles, and billboards.

The department advised the public to avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rainfall and urged the relevant authorities to take precautionary measures to prevent any untoward incidents. It added that the prevailing hot and humid weather is likely to subside as the rain-bearing system moves across the region.