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Express Tribune
2 days ago
- Climate
- Express Tribune
Heavy rains, thunderstorms predicted in Northern Pakistan
Listen to article The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather advisory for northern Pakistan, warning of potential flash floods and landslides due to thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected Saturday night. According to the NDMA's National Emergency Operations Centre, a weather system entering northern Pakistan from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal is forecast to interact with a westerly disturbance, bringing intense rain, strong winds, and thunderstorms to Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. خیبر پختونخوا کے اضلاع میں طوفان اور بارش الرٹ: نیشنل ایمرجنسیز آپریشن سینٹر کے مطابق آج شام و رات کے دوران چترال، دیر، سوات، شانگلہ، بونیر، ملاکنڈ، کوہاٹ، نوشہرہ، چارسدہ، صوابی، پشاور، مردان، ایبٹ آباد، مانسہرہ، ہری پور اور ملحقہ علاقوں میں بارش، گرج چمک اور آندھی کا متوقع — NDMA PAKISTAN (@ndmapk) June 21, 2025 'Residents in Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are advised to take precautionary measures,' the NDMA said, adding that rising water levels could trigger flash flooding in rivers and streams. Dust storms, rain, and thundershowers are also expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Upper Punjab, Islamabad, and Gilgit-Baltistan over the next 12 hours. The severe weather is expected to affect several districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Kohat, Nowshera, Charsadda, Swabi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad, Mansehra, and Haripur. Strong winds and dust storms could damage buildings, rooftops, power lines, and vehicles, while also causing low visibility and road accidents, the NDMA warned. فلیش فلڈ انتباہ: نیشنل ایمرجنسیز آپریشن سینٹر کے مطابق بحیرہ عرب و خلیج بنگال سے بارش کا سلسلہ اور مغربی ہوائیں گلگت بلتستان و کشمیر کے علاقوں میں شام/رات کو شدید بارش، آندھی و گرج چمک لائیں گی۔ جسکی ندی نالوں میں طغیانی کا خطرہ ہے۔ — NDMA PAKISTAN (@ndmapk) June 21, 2025 The authority has urged residents to avoid standing near trees, billboards, or loose structures during high winds, and advised motorists to limit travel and park in secure areas. "Heavy rainfall heightens the risk of flooding in rivers and streams across the affected areas," the advisory added. "Mountain roads remain particularly vulnerable, with possible traffic disruptions due to landslides." Hot and humid weather is expected to persist in other parts of the country. Morning temperatures recorded in major cities included: Islamabad and Karachi at 30°C, Lahore and Peshawar at 31°C, Quetta at 26°C, Gilgit at 20°C, Murree at 19°C, and Muzaffarabad at 24°C. The NDMA has also recommended the public stay updated using the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert App, as communication networks and power systems may face temporary outages.
Express Tribune
25-04-2025
- Climate
- Express Tribune
PMD warns of intense heatwave
As the sun beat down mercilessly across most parts of the country on Friday, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) sounded the alarm, issuing a heatwave alert with temperatures expected to soar from April 26 to 30. The sweltering spell, driven by a high-pressure system settling in the upper atmosphere, will likely turn up the heat nationwide. The weather system is expected to develop on April 26 and grip most parts of the country by April 27, causing a spike in daytime temperatures. Day temperatures are predicted to remain 5-7 °c above normal in the southern regions, including Sindh, southern Punjab and Balochistan, from April 26 to May 1. Meanwhile, areas in the upper half of the country-central and upper Punjab, Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are expected to experience temperatures 4-6 C above normal from April 27 to April 30. Relief is expected from May 1, as a new weather system may bring rain, thunderstorms and hailstorms to parts of Kashmir, Islamabad, the Pothohar region, northeast Punjab, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan beginning April 30. The general public, especially children, women and the elderly, are advised to avoid direct sunlight during the day and stay well-hydrated to prevent heat-related illnesses. Farmers should plan their wheat harvesting activities accordingly and take measures to protect their livestock. Rising temperatures in the northern areas could also accelerate the snowmelt rate, particularly between April 27 and May 1. The citizens are urged to use water wisely across all sectors. Furthermore, strong winds, dust storms, and lightning may pose risks to structures such as electric poles, trees, vehicles and solar panels on April 30 and May 1. The authorities have been advised to stay alert and take all necessary precautions to minimise the risks associated with the heatwave. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) had issued a warning on Friday, forecasting unstable weather conditions across several regions of Pakistan from May 1 to 7. According to the NDMA's National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC), heavy rainfall, windstorms, thunderstorms, lightning, and isolated hailstorms were expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Upper and Central Punjab, northern Balochistan and southern Sindh. The NDMA had attributed the adverse weather to moisture influx from eastern regions and the Arabian Sea, coupled with rising temperatures and humidity. The authority had cautioned that low-lying areas in the affected regions could face waterlogging, while hilly areas were at risk of landslides. Authorities had advised relevant departments and the public to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions. The NDMA had also urged citizens to stay updated through the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert App for real-time weather alerts and advisories, particularly before travelling. The disaster management body had assured that it was closely monitoring the situation through NEOC in coordination with provincial and district authorities to ensure a prompt response and public safety. Citizens were reminded to follow official guidelines to minimise risks during the severe weather spell. (With Input from APP)
