Flash Flood Risk as PMD Alerts on Monsoon Rains

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a nationwide weather alert, warning the public of a high flash flood risk as strong monsoon rains sweep across various parts of the country. The situation could worsen starting tonight and into Monday, with possibilities of landslides, urban flooding, and damaging windstorms.

According to the PMD, a mix of monsoon currents from both the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal, along with a westerly weather wave, are expected to impact upper and central Pakistan.

Areas Under Alert:

Heavy rainfall is forecast for:

• Murree, Galliyat, Mansehra, Kohistan, Abbottabad
• Swat, Dir, Chitral, Shangla, Buner
• Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Gujranwala
• Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan, D.G. Khan hill torrents
• Major cities in Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa

Possible Hazards:

• Flash floods in streams and nullahs
• Landslides in hilly regions
• Urban flooding in low-lying areas of major cities
• Wind damage to power lines, trees, vehicles, and solar panels

Weather Outlook:

• Sunday: Hot and humid across most of Pakistan with isolated thunderstorms in Balochistan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, and South Punjab
• Monday: Widespread rain, windstorms, and thunderstorms expected in Punjab, Sindh, KP, Balochistan, GB, and Islamabad

Public Safety Advisory:

Residents are urged to:

• Avoid unnecessary travel during rain spells
• Stay alert for emergency updates
• Secure solar panels and park vehicles safely
• Avoid low-lying and landslide-prone areas

With increasing climate unpredictability, it’s essential to stay informed and act responsibly during such weather warnings.