The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Sunday issued a countrywide weather alert, warning that thunderstorms, strong winds, heavy rain, urban flooding and glacier-related flood risks could affect several parts of Pakistan over the next 12 to 24 hours.
According to the National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC), the expected weather pattern matches the seasonal forecast issued three to four months ago.
The NDMA said it has been regularly sharing weather updates and risk assessments with federal, provincial and district authorities to help them prepare and respond quickly to any emergency.
Rain accompanied by thunderstorms, strong winds and dust storms is expected in many parts of the country.
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In Punjab and Islamabad, rain is likely in Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Chakwal, Talagang, Mandi Bahauddin, Sargodha, Gujar Khan, Gujrat, Jhelum, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Lahore, Faisalabad, Khushab, Jhang, Mianwali, Dera Ghazi Khan, Kasur, Okara, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur and Rahim Yar Khan.
Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir are also expected to receive thunderstorms and rainfall in Gilgit, Skardu, Diamer, Astore, Ghizer, Hunza, Ghanche, Shigar, Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Bagh, Kotli, Poonch, Hattian, Mirpur and Bhimber.
The authority also warned of an increased risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Such incidents could lead to sudden flooding, landslides and debris flows in vulnerable mountainous areas.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain with thunderstorms is expected in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Haripur, Swabi, Mardan, Charsadda, Peshawar, Kohat, Parachinar, Karak, Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan and Waziristan.
Parts of Balochistan, including Turbat, Kech, Awaran, Khuzdar and Zhob, are also likely to receive rain and thunderstorms. In Sindh, areas such as Jacobabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Khairpur, Dadu, Ghotki, Kashmore, Shikarpur, Shaheed Benazirabad and Karachi may experience strong winds, dust storms and isolated rainfall.
The NDMA said district administrations and relevant departments are closely monitoring vulnerable areas and have been directed to stay on high alert. Rescue teams and emergency services have also been asked to remain fully prepared for any developing situation.
Tourists and travellers have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rainfall and check weather updates and road conditions before visiting northern areas, where flooding, landslides and debris flows could result in road closures.
The authority urged the public to stay informed through the official Pak NDMA Disaster Alert mobile application and contact local authorities or rescue services immediately in case of an emergency.
The NDMA has also instructed all provincial and district authorities to remain vigilant and take necessary precautionary measures to reduce the impact of the expected weather conditions.