The National Disaster Management Authority’s National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) warned on Sunday that between June 7 and 12 Pakistan will face intense heat in southern provinces, intermittent rain and thunderstorms in northern and hilly areas, and an elevated risk of landslides and flash floods from rapidly melting glaciers.
NDMA issues warning of heat, rain & flood risks for June 7–12.
ISLAMABAD, Jun 07 (APP): The National Disaster Management Authority’s National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) warned on Sunday that between June 7 and 12 Pakistan will face intense heat in southern provinces, intermittent rain and thunderstorms in northern and hilly areas, and an elevated risk of landslides and flash floods from rapidly melting glaciers.
NDMA directed federal and provincial disaster agencies to accelerate preparedness, and urged the public to avoid non essential travel and follow official safety advice.
The advisory says Sindh, southern Punjab and the plains of Balochistan will experience an increase in heat intensity, with severe conditions likely to persist in central and southern districts of Punjab where temperatures are expected to remain above normal.
Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad and northern Punjab are also expected to see higher than usual heat from June 7–10.
Rain and thunderstorms are forecast for parts of Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and northern Punjab on June 11–12, with Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Sialkot and Lahore specifically flagged for rain and strong winds.
Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir are expected to receive intermittent rainfall during the period.
In northeastern Balochistan (Zhob and Musa Khel) light rain with thunderstorms is possible on June 11–12, while the plains of Balochistan will remain hot and dry.
Most of Sindh including Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas and Tharparkar is forecast to experience hot, dry weather.
NDMA’s bulletin highlights a growing hazard in the northern highlands, where rising temperatures are accelerating glacier melt in Gilgit-Baltistan, upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Kashmir.
The agency warned that rapid melting increases the likelihood of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), landslides and flash flooding in downstream valleys.
Areas at particular risk include Hunza, Ghizar, Diamer, Astor, Ghanche, Shigar, Chitral, Dir, Swat and Kohistan. NDMA also named valleys and localities including Darkot, Lasht, Ration, Boni, Bad Swat, Shisper, Gulgin, Hinarchi, Roshan and Kamrat which could face flooding if glacial lakes breach.
Landslides may close key routes such as Shigar Valley Road, Skardu Road, Deosai Road and sections of the Karakoram Highway, the advisory said.
The authority has instructed all concerned agencies to activate emergency measures immediately and advised provincial Disaster Management Authorities to step up pre emptive protective actions in vulnerable districts.
NDMA also asked officials to intensify monitoring of glacial lakes, pre position rescue and relief assets, and maintain round the clock river and weather monitoring.
Public guidance in the bulletin urges people to avoid unnecessary travel, remain cautious during bad weather, and follow local administration instructions.
Tourists and residents in hilly areas were told to take precautions against landslides and road closures and to stay informed about changing conditions.
NDMA specifically advised avoiding prolonged exposure to sun during peak heat, protecting outdoor labourers, and prioritising children, the elderly and the sick.
Health authorities in Sindh, southern Punjab and Balochistan apre reminded to prepare for heat related illnesses and to issue local advisories for vulnerable populations.
Local administrations are asked to ensure water and cooling arrangements, activate heat stroke response protocols and make emergency medical services readily available.
Practical measures recommended by NDMA include staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activity during peak heat hours, delaying non essential travel to the north, carrying emergency supplies when travelling, and moving to higher ground immediately if sudden rises in water levels are observed.
The public is urged to follow official updates through the “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” mobile app.
NDMA said its assessment covers June 7–12 and urged all agencies and citizens to maintain heightened vigilance throughout the period.
