Pakistan is expected to experience more rainfall and hailstorms in several parts of the country from September 14 to September 17, according to the Meteorological Department. The weather system is likely to bring thunderstorms, showers and changing weather conditions to different regions. Authorities have also warned residents in mountainous areas to remain alert because of the possibility of landslides.
Islamabad is likely to receive further rain accompanied by thunderstorms during this period. Rain is also expected in Rawalpindi, Murree, the Galiyat region and several other districts of Punjab. The forecast indicates that residents in these areas may experience temporary disruptions due to wet weather and strong winds.
Several parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are also expected to receive rainfall. The areas mentioned in the forecast include Peshawar, Swat, Chitral and other districts. Rain is likely to continue intermittently in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir, where mountainous terrain can increase the risk of weather-related incidents.
Sindh is also expected to receive showers during the forecast period. Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur and Larkana are among the cities where rainfall is likely. In Balochistan, areas including Zhob, Barkhan and Musa Khel may also experience rain.
The weather situation is expected to continue from September 15 to September 17 in several districts of Punjab. Rain has been forecast in Lahore, Sialkot, Sheikhupura, Narowal and Gujrat. Gujranwala, Wazirabad, Kasur, Okara and Nankana Sahib may also receive showers, along with surrounding areas.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain is expected in Peshawar, Dir, Chitral, Swat, Malakand and Mardan during the same period. The forecast covers both urban and mountainous areas, where heavy rain can create difficulties for commuters and residents.
Authorities have warned of a possible risk of landslides in mountainous parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galiyat and Kashmir. Residents and travellers in these areas are advised to remain cautious, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall. Landslides can block roads, damage infrastructure and create serious risks for people living near steep slopes.
Meanwhile, a separate report has highlighted the growing climate challenges faced by major cities in Pakistan. The assessment, prepared by climate-risk assessment company AlphaGeo, examined 72 major cities around the world. It focused on their exposure to climate-related threats and their ability to prepare for and respond to those risks.
The report identified four Pakistani cities among those facing significant challenges in dealing with climate threats. Multan ranked third among the South Asian cities listed, receiving a score of 38. Lahore ranked fifth, while Faisalabad and Karachi were placed seventh and eighth, respectively.
The report also identified Ahmedabad in India as the South Asian city with the lowest capacity to cope with climate-related threats, with a score of 41. Hyderabad in India ranked second, while Dhaka in Bangladesh was placed fourth.
Extreme heat and limited adaptation measures were identified as major factors contributing to the risks faced by these cities. Many urban areas in South Asia continue to face rising temperatures, flooding and other climate-related pressures. However, protective infrastructure and adaptation measures have not always developed at the same pace as these threats.
The latest weather forecast highlights the importance of preparedness, especially in areas vulnerable to heavy rain, hailstorms and landslides. At the same time, the climate-risk assessment underlines the need for stronger urban planning, improved infrastructure and long-term measures to protect communities from increasingly severe weather conditions.
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