Rains are likely to continue till July 8. Monsoon rains predicted by the meteorological department for the nation, raising worries about flooding and landslides in hilly areas.
The top regions of the country hit by humid winds coming from the Arabian Sea, according to the meteorological department.
Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Guliyat, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Central Punjab are likely to experience heavy rains or hailstorms until July 8. This is because a series of western winds have entered the upper regions of the country.
Up until July 8, urban flooding brought on by heavy rain expected in the lowland regions of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Gujranwala, and Lahore. Landslides also anticipated in the mountainous regions of Murree Guliyat, Kashmir, Gilgit, Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Murree experienced landslides as a result of persistent rain, and torrential rain expected to start today.
During the evening or night, wind and thundershowers predicted in Murree, Galiat, Rawalpindi, Jhelum, Attock Chakwal, Sargodha, and Faisalabad
. Farmers urged to be on guard due to recent rainstorms in Bahawalnagar, Narowal, Sialkot, Gujranwala, and Lahore. Also predicted to rain with wind and thunder in these cities.
On the other hand, the NDMA spokesman predicts that various regions will experience storms and heavy rain. Rains present a risk of landslides in hilly areas, and flooding may happen in lowlands during monsoon rains.
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Due to the possibility of monsoon rains, the NDMA has issued instructions to the relevant institutions. The relevant institutions told to make sure that emergency equipment and personnel are present. The district administration has made sure that emergency medical personnel are on hand. Before departing, travelers and tourists should be aware of the weather.
Because of the weather, farmers and cattle owners should take the necessary precautions. Residents of flood-prone areas should receive advance notice from relevant institutions.