Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

02/09/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/09/2024 20:37

PR No. 15 Monsoon Rains Expected in Most parts of the Punjab and KPK on 3rd and 4th

National Emergencies Operations Center (NEOC) of NDMA anticipated more rain-wind/thundershower in most parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab from 2nd September (night) to 4th September 2024. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rains may increase flow in local nullahs and streams of Galliyat, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kohistan, Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Bajaur, Mohmand, Khyber, Nowshera, Swabi on 2nd (night) and 03rd September. Downpour may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Chakwal, Nowshera and Peshawar while Low to Medium Level Flash Flooding is also expected in Hill Torrents of Districts Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajanpur from 2nd September (evening) to 3rd September 2024. NDMA urges PDMAs, all relevant authorities and the public to take necessary precautions to mitigate the potential impacts of flooding and heavy rains. NDMA issued instructions to all relevant departments to alert Emergency Response Teams and mobilized resources to ensure a swift response to any arising situations. Local authorities and rescue services are advised to stay alert. The public is advised to remain vigilant and follow instructions from local authorities. NDMA advises the public to stay informed and download 'Pak NDMA Disaster Alert' mobile app for timely alerts and closely monitor weather reports.