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Intermittent rains, isolated hailstorms expected in Lahore, Punjab

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More rain, thunderstorm predicted in Karachi

Intermittent rains and gusty winds with isolated heavy falls and hailstorms are expected in Lahore and parts of Punjab on Friday night and the next two days. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), moderate to strong moist currents are expected to penetrate upper parts of Pakistan from tonight and likely penetrate central parts from … Read more

24 killed, 17 injured due to rain related incidents: PDMA

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Monsoon rains in Pakistan surge by more than 50% from July to September

PESHAWAR: At least 24 people killed and 17 others were injured due to rains and floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the last 3 days.

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) report said, 150 houses were damaged due to rains and floods in the province.

According to PDMA, 24 people died and 17 were injured due to rains and floods during three days, while small and big machinery is being used to open the highways closed by rain.

The PDMA said that a new series of monsoon rains will begin in the province from today, which is likely to continue till August 6.

According to PDMA, landslides in upper districts and floods in rivers, urban flooding in cities are also feared.

PDMA has issued an alert to all district administrations in view of the weather situation, in which the administration has been directed to have machinery available to deal with untoward incidents.

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NDMA predicts more rains, urban flooding in monsoon  

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Multan Breaks 48-Year Rainfall Record with 145 mm Heavy Rain

ISLAMABAD:  The National Disaster Management Authority(NDMA) has indicated the possibility of more rains and warned for urban flooding in monsoon.

According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), the current monsoon system is likely to affect Sindh within 24 hours. This system may affect Kashmore, Karachi, Hyderabad, Thatta, Umarkot, Badin, Mithi and Tharparkar.

NDMA said that rains may cause local urban flooding, moderate flooding in rivers, residents of low-lying areas should be prepared to deal with the possible flood situation, residents of two or four areas should follow the instructions of local authorities. The people should download ‘Pak NDMA Disaster Alert’ mobile app for timely alerts.

On the other hand, a meeting of the Senate Standing Committee on Climate Change was held under the chairmanship of Senator Sherry Rehman, in which Chairman NDMA while briefing the committee said that the temperature in June and July was higher than before, due to global warming every Year temperature is increasing.

According to Chairman NDMA, there is a severe pressure in the Arabian Sea, there is a possibility of more rains in the monsoon due to the pressure of the air, the spell of the monsoon is likely to enter Pakistan from India. He predicted that there is possibility of heavy rain in some places in first week of July.

he chairman further said that there is a forecast of rains in the second and third week of July, rains are likely in all four provinces in July and August. The rainy weather is likely to hit Punjab in the second and third weeks of July while there are chances of rains in Sindh in the second and fourth weeks of July.

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More rains expected in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

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More rains expected in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

More rain-wind/thunderstorms are expected in Peshawar and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Sunday evening/night. As per the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a westerly wave conquers over the upper parts of Pakistan. It will likely continue during the next 24 hours. Under these situations, rain-wind/thunderstorms are likely in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Balakot, Kohistan, Buner, … Read more

PDMA alerts for heat wave, stormy rains in Punjab 

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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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17 died, 23 others injured in rain-related incidents in KP 

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PESHAWAR: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has released a report on the loss of life and property due to rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to the PDMA report, 17 people have died and 23 people have been injured in the accidents so far, while the highest loss of life and property in the rains occurred in Bajaur district.

According to PDMA, 148 cattle also died due to rains in different districts, apart from this, a total of 116 houses were damaged due to lightning.

The PDMA, district administration, and relief teams are engaged in relief activities while all roads closed due to rains have been restored for traffic.

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21 killed, 32 others injured in heavy rains across KP

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21 killed

PESHAWAR: At least 21 people were killed and 32 others injured in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to continuous rains for 4 days.

Provincial Disaster Management Authority(PDMA) has released a report on the damage caused by rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to the report, 21 people were killed and 32 injured in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to the continuous rains for 4 days, while 9 children and 3 women are also among the dead.

Meanwhile,  330 incidents of walls and roofs falling in different districts took place, 53 houses were completely damaged and 277 houses were partially damaged.

According to PDMA, on the instructions of the Chief Minister, relief checks are being given to the rain victims and relief materials have also been provided.

According to PDMA, the relief items include 200 tents, 100 kitchen sets, 200 blankets, while 100 mats, 200 mosquito nets and 200 mattresses have been given to the victims, and other daily life items have also been given to the victims.

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Five killed, eight others injured in rain related incidents in KP

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PESHAWAR: As many as five persons were killed and eight were reported injured due to rains for the last 24 hours in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Director General (DG) Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said four houses were reported partially damaged. Four children and woman died while two women, two children and a man reported injured.

Apart from humans, reports about perishing of livestock has also been received.

The Chief Minister Ali Amin Khan Gandapur has expressed grief and directed to provide relief and compensation cheques to the affected families.

He also directed for opening of closed road and provide facilities to people stuck in rains and landslides. The Chief Minister also directed PDMA, Rescue 1122, district administrations to be alert and facilitate people.

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35 die, 43 injured due to heavy rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 

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35 die

PESHAWAR: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority(PDMA) has released a report on the damage caused by rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

According to PDMA, roofs of houses and landslides occurred due to rain, so far 35 people have died and 43 people have been injured in various incidents.

The PDMA report states that 346 houses have been partially damaged and 46 houses have been completely damaged.

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur has announced relief money for the families of those who died and the injured in the accidents caused by rain and snow.

The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa announced giving one million each to the families of the deceased, 300,000 to the seriously injured, and 50,000 to the minor injured.

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17 killed, 23 injured in rains related incidents in KP  

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PESHAWAR: At least 17 people have been killed and 23 injured due to the ongoing rains and landslides in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) report, 13 houses have been partially damaged and 21 houses have been completely damaged by the rains.

Director General PDMA Muhammad Qaiser Khan said that relief operations are ongoing in the affected districts, measures are being taken to open roads blocked by snowfall and landslides.

Meanwhile, six tourists who were surrounded by heavy snowfall in Malam Jabba have been rescued, the district administration and rescue 1122 have rescued the tourists and moved them to a safe place.

At present PDMA, district administration and all concerned institutions are on alert, PDMA had issued a letter on February 25 to the district administration of all districts for pre-emptive measures.

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PMD forecasts another spell of heavy rains from Feb 25

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Cold winds expected in Karachi after brief respite

ISLAMABAD: Chief Meteorologist at Pakistan Meteorological Department Dr Sardar Sarfaraz said that a fresh spell of rain, hailstorms and snow is expected across the country from Feb 25 where Karachi city and Balochistan province  will also witness light showers along with thunderstorms.

He said that good rains, besides snowfall in the northern areas, are expected in the country from the next week under the influence of westerly waves.

The chilly embrace of winter tightened its hold on various parts of the country on Monday, as rain showers blanketed regions including Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir, he added.

“We are expecting some good rains from Feb 25, which will continue till March or may even extend to April under the influence of westerly waves”, adding that snowfall on hills in the northern areas is also expected during this period, which would end fog and smog in the country,” he added.

He said under this rain spell started on Sunday many parts of the country would witness partly cloudy skies along with drizzles and snow till Wednesday.

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Pakistan weather forecast; scattered rains expected

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Pakistan weather forecast; scattered rains expected

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecasted partially cloudy weather and rainfall of variable strengths for parts of Pakistan on Monday evening/night and the next two days. As per the synoptic situation, a low westerly wave conquers over most parts of Pakistan. Under these circumstances, rain-wind/thunderstorm is likely in southwestern Balochistan, Kashmir and adjoining hilly … Read more

Rains likely in parts of Pakistan during remaining days of January 2024

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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts on-and-off rainfall in various parts of Pakistan this month, with the wet weather expected to alleviate dense fog conditions. Gilgit-Baltistan/Kashmir: From January 27 to January 31, there’s an expectation of light to moderate rain and snowfall in places like Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, and … Read more

PMD predicts rains across Pakistan from Aug 23-27

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Rain with thundershower expected in Islamabad, Punjab, KP

Rains may lead to urban flooding and landslides in vulnerable areas. General public is advised to stay in safe places during wind-storms. Relevant authorities are urged to stay vigilant and take necessary precautions. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has brought good news to those enduring the scorching heat. Monsoon rains are predicted in various parts … Read more

Punjab Rain Update: PMD predicts heavy rains across Punjab on 9, 10 Muharram

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Punjab Rain Update

Management of Muharram processions should take protective measures keeping in mind the weather severity. There is a risk of flooding in the hilly areas of Dera Ghazi Khan. Crossing rivers and streams should be avoided as much as possible. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted heavy rains in Punjab on Muharram 9th and 10th. … Read more

Heavy rains in KP kill four, leave one injured

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KP rain

PDMA issued precautionary measures to all concerned institutions. Rescue 1122 has been actively preparing for the monsoon season. PMD predict more rains in Punjab ahead. The recent heavy rain spell in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has resulted in unfortunate consequences, as reported by the Provincial Disaster Management. Four individuals lost their lives, and one person was injured … Read more

Punjab Rain Update: PMD predicts more rains in Punjab ahead

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Punjab rain update

Rains to lash Punjab province from July 23 to 29. Water level in the rivers of Punjab is continuously increasing: PDMA. Risk of moderate to high level flooding in Jhelum River: PDMA. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Sunday predicted more rains in Punjab from July 23 to 29. Following which the Provincial Disaster Management … Read more

Watch Video: Road Collapse Due to Rains

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Road Collapse

Himachal Pradesh, a state in India, has experienced incessant heavy rainfall for over two days, leading to severe flooding and landslides resulting in loss of life and property. A video circulating online captures the moment a section of a road collapsed in Shimla’s Kotkhai subdivision on Monday. Social media platforms have been inundated with alarming … Read more

Flight operation suspended at Quetta airport

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quetta airport

QUETTA: Air connectivity has been disconnected with Balochistan while flight operations have been suspended at Quetta airport due to torrential rainfall and flash floods. Quetta Airport has been temporarily closed for flight operations. PIA has temporarily suspended flight operations in view of the flood situation. The national airline has cancelled all flights to and from … Read more

Balochistan floods: Alert issued as death toll reaches 216

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Balochistan floods

QUETTA: Torrential rains and flash floods have wreaked havoc in Balochistan amid the fourth spell of monsoon as the provincial death toll reached 216 since June 1. As per the Provincial Disaster Management Authority, monsoon rains and floods have so far claimed 216 lives in Bolan, Quetta, Zhob, Duki, Khuzdar, Kohlu, Mastung, Harnai, Qila Saifullah … Read more

Sindh could be declared ‘calamity-hit’ after heavy downpours: CM Murad

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Sindh rains

ISLAMABAD: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has said the entire province could be declared “calamity-hit” after torrential downpours. At a press conference at Shahbaz Hall of Shahbaz Building in Hyderabad, the chief minister apprised that the entire province had received 400 percent more rainfall this year as compared to the average annual downpours … Read more

Pakistan Navy continue relief efforts in flood-hit areas of Balochistan

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Pakistan Navy balochistan

QUETTA: Pakistan Navy is undertaking relief operations in various areas of Balochistan affected by recent heavy rains and floods. A naval spokesperson said Pakistan Navy has established a tent village in Bela for displaced people with the support of PDMA Balochistan and district administration. Doctors and medical staff are providing treatment and medicines. During the … Read more

Heavy rains wreak havoc in Islamabad, Rawalpindi

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ISLAMABAD: Heavy rains have wreaked havoc on Islamabad and Rawalpindi leading to urban flooding and inundating low-lying areas. Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) managing director issued a statement and said that 60 millimetres of rainfall have been recorded in the twin cities. He maintained that the water level in Nullah Lai water stream was recorded … Read more

Nearly 200 perish in India, Nepal rains

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India Nepal rains

NEW DELHI:  Nearly 200 people have died in floods and landslides in India and Nepal, officials said Thursday, with whole families buried in their homes and two young girls swept away as forecasters warned of yet more heavy rain. Experts say that they were victims of the ever-more unpredictable and extreme weather that has hit … Read more

Heavy rains in Karachi lead to water-logging, power cut

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Heavy rains in Karachi lead to water-logging, power cut

Intermittent light and heavy rains are continuing in different parts of Karachi. On Friday morning, heavy rain was reported in different parts of the city including Gulshan-e-Iqbal, Gulistan-e-Jauhar, University Road, Malir, Landhi, Shahra-e-Faisal, Sakhi Hassan, I. I. Chundrigar Road, Saddar and other areas. On the other hand, as soon as the rains started, as per … Read more

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