The Meteorological Department has released an extensive weather forecast, warning of widespread rainfall and potential flooding across various regions of Pakistan.
In Islamabad, partly cloudy skies with occasional showers are expected, while heavy rainfall is predicted in Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Tank, and Dera Ismail Khan. Significant rain is also likely in Kasur, Sahiwal, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Layyah, and Dera Ghazi Khan. The forecast also extends to Rajanpur, Multan, Khanewal, Lodhran, Muzaffargarh, Kot Addu, and Bahawalpur, with heavy rain anticipated in Bahawalnagar, Khanpur, and Rahim Yar Khan.
The southwestern areas, including Khuzdar, Kalat, Lasbela, Awaran, Nasirabad, Sibbi, and Jafarabad, are on high alert for heavy downpours, with intense rainfall also expected in Kohlu, Bolan, Jhal Magsi, and Panjgur.
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In Sindh, rain is forecasted for several cities, including Tharparkar, Nagarparkar, Islamkot, Mithi, Mirpur Khas, Umarkot, Tando Allahyar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Matiari, Sanghar, Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Badin, Sajawal, Shaheed Benazirabad, Jamshoro, Sukkur, Ghotki, Shikarpur, Kashmore, Khairpur, Larkana, Jacobabad, Dadu, and Nowshahro Feroz.
In Punjab, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert in anticipation of heavy rains over the next 24 hours, with the monsoon spell expected to continue until August 31. Deputy commissioners across the province have been instructed to remain on high alert and ensure preparedness for any emergencies. The PDMA has warned of possible urban and flash flooding, particularly in major cities.
Current reports indicate that water levels in rivers and canals remain normal, with a low flood level at Tarbela in the Indus River. However, there are concerns about flood risks in the river hills of Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajanpur through the end of the month.
In the past 24 hours, lightning strikes have resulted in one death, five injuries, and the death of 45 animals. Rescue agencies, including 1122, have been urged to keep their personnel and equipment ready to respond to emergencies arising from the heavy rainfall. The forecasted widespread rain and potential flooding highlight the importance of residents staying informed and prepared for adverse weather conditions in the coming days.
