LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an alert for heat waves, rains, and storms in the province this week.

According to the spokesperson of PDMA Punjab, there is a possibility of a 3 to 5-degree Celsius rise in temperature during the daytime of May 8 to 10.

During this time, dusty winds and thundershowers may occur in most districts of Punjab, while there is a possibility of stormy rain in South Punjab on May 10-11.

PDMA said that district administrations across Punjab have been informed about this weather situation.

According to Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, standing crops are also feared to be damaged by the storm.

He has also said that people will have to be careful due to the increase in the intensity of heat and cold.

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Earlier, Some areas of the country may experience light rain, with moderate rainfall predicted in northern Punjab.

The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a weather advisory cautioning about expected rainfall in Lahore and nationwide later this month. Additionally, there’s an anticipated rise in heat intensity, raising concerns about a potential heat wave in southern regions.