Heavy Rainfall Predicted in Punjab & KPK – NDMA Urges Caution

Urgent Weather Alert: Heavy Rainfall in Punjab and KPK – NDMA Cautions Residents

As monsoon season intensifies, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a critical weather advisory, forecasting heavy rainfall in Punjab and KPK within the next 6 to 12 hours. The sudden shift in weather patterns is expected to bring not just rain but also strong winds and potential storm-like conditions.

Affected Areas in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

KPK is likely to face the brunt of this developing system. NDMA has listed multiple districts that will be significantly affected by this intense weather. These include:

• Northern Areas: Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kohistan
• Central Districts: Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Karak, Kohat, Nowshera
• Southern Belt: Bannu, Waziristan
• Others: Malakand, Charsadda, Mardan, Swabi, Mohmand, Buner

Residents in these areas are urged to prepare for intense downpours, strong gusts of wind, and potentially dangerous conditions.

Rainfall Forecast for Punjab and Islamabad

The same weather system is advancing into Punjab, bringing a high risk of severe rain and strong winds to the following districts:

• Northern Punjab: Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum
• Central Punjab: Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Faisalabad, Hafizabad
• Eastern Region: Gujranwala, Gujrat, Narowal, Lahore, Kasur
• Southern Pockets: Layyah and nearby areas

Islamabad is also included in the affected zone, with the possibility of heavy rain, which could lead to urban flooding and low visibility on roads.

NDMA’s Warning and Safety Guidelines

NDMA has highlighted multiple risks associated with the incoming storm system:

• Falling of trees and billboards
• Power outages due to strong winds
• Structural damage to weak buildings
• Low visibility causing traffic hazards

What You Should Do

• Avoid unnecessary travel, especially during heavy downpours.
• Stay away from weak trees and electric poles.
• Secure loose items outside your home to avoid damage.
• Follow weather updates on radio, TV, or through official government apps and websites.

Staying informed and cautious can help reduce risks during this high-alert weather period. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation, and citizens are encouraged to act responsibly and prioritize safety.