Islamabad, Pakistan – Web Desk: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a nationwide alert for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall across Pakistan over the next 12–24 hours.
According to the NDMA, western disturbances will bring strong winds, dust storms, and rainfall to most regions, while snow is expected in the northern high-altitude areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Kashmir, and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Thunderstorms, dust storms, hail, and heavy rainfall are forecasted in various districts of Punjab, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Cities including Islamabad and multiple urban centers in Punjab will also experience strong winds and rainfall.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, districts such as Chitral, Dir, Swat, Kalam, Kohat, Karak, Bannu, Dera Ismail Khan, and Waziristan are expected to see heavy rain and gusty winds. Meanwhile, areas of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir, including Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Astor, Diamer, Gahkuch, Muzaffarabad, Bagh, Rawalakot, Haveli, and Neelum Valley, may experience snow and rainfall.
Balochistan cities including Quetta, Zhob, Ziarat, Qalat, Killa Saifullah, Killa Abdullah, Pishin, Barkhan, Sibi, Dera Bugti, Khuzdar, Awaran, Washuk, Panjgur, Turbat, Gwadar, and Lasbela are also expected to see rain.
The NDMA warned that strong winds, lightning, and hail could damage weak structures, trees, and electricity lines, while rainfall may cause slippery roads and disrupt traffic flow. Landslides and road closures are also possible in hilly areas due to snow and heavy rain.
Citizens are advised to avoid non-essential travel, follow precautionary measures, and monitor updates through the “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” mobile application. All relevant authorities have been instructed to remain on high alert to manage potential emergencies.
