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ISLAMABAD, Jun 27 (APP):The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Friday called upon Provincial Disaster Management Authorities (PDMAs), district administrations, and relevant departments to remain on high alert and activate contingency plans as widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact large parts of the country within the next 12 to 24 hours.
In an impact-based weather alert for multiple regions across Pakistan, the National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) of NDMA has advised the public to refrain from unnecessary travel during periods of severe weather, maintain a safe distance from electric poles and vulnerable structures, and strictly adhere to guidance issued by local authorities.
According to forecasts, Sindh is likely to experience significant rainfall across most districts, including Jacobabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Nawabshah, Khairpur, Kashmore, Hyderabad, Tharparkar, Mirpur Khas, Umerkot, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Tando Allahyar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Thatta, Badin, Karachi, and surrounding areas. Intermittent thunderstorms with occasional heavy rainfall may pose a risk of urban flooding and waterlogging.
In Punjab, heavy rainfall is expected in upper and central regions, affecting Murree, Galiyat, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mianwali, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Hafizabad, Khushab, Sargodha, Narowal, Chiniot, Toba Tek Singh, Faisalabad, Lahore, Okara, and Kasur. Islamabad will also witness same weather conditions during next 12 to 24 hours. The system may lead to localized flooding and potential disruption to routine life.
Meanwhile, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is also under threat from intensified monsoon activity. Widespread thunderstorms and heavy rain are anticipated in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur, Karak, Kohat, Kohistan, Khyber, Kurram, Mohmand, Nowshera, Malakand, Charsadda, Bannu, Buner, Hazara, Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Waziristan, and adjoining districts. The risk of flash floods and landslides in hilly terrains remains elevated.
The advisory also encouraged the public to download the “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” mobile app to receive real-time updates and essential guidance during weather emergencies.