According to the Meteorological Department, the heavy rains could lead to urban flooding in the low-lying areas of Upper and Central Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Additionally, there is a risk of flooding in the rivers and streams of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Murree, Galiyat, Kashmir, and Koh-e-Suleiman.
The department also indicated the possibility of rainfall in some areas of Islamabad today. In Lahore, light rain accompanied by dark clouds and winds has made the weather pleasant. The monsoon rains in Lahore are expected to begin today and continue until July 21.
Weather forecasters have also predicted rain in most parts of Sindh, including Karachi. According to the Meteorological Department, another spell of monsoon winds will enter Karachi from July 18, with heavy rainfall expected in the city from July 20. The Air Quality Index has reported that Karachi’s air quality has improved. Globally, Karachi is ranked 27th among the most polluted cities, while it stands fourth in Pakistan. The particulate matter in the air has been recorded at 68 micrograms per cubic meter.
Meanwhile, in Gujrat, an hour and a half of rain has disrupted the district administration’s performance, with several feet of water accumulating on the roads, and homes have also been flooded. Tragically, two children lost their lives due to a roof collapse.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has instructed provincial disaster management authorities and local administrations to remain vigilant.
