Islamabad: A fresh spell of monsoon rains will sweep across Pakistan starting Sunday, August 4, bringing intermittent showers to Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Sindh, and Balochistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) announced on Saturday.
According to the forecast, several parts of KP will see persistent rainfall from August 4 to 7, while Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and multiple cities in Punjab are also expected to receive intermittent showers during this period.
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The PMD has warned of possible urban flooding in low-lying areas and landslides in northern and hilly regions. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of KP has issued a high alert, particularly for upper and central districts where heavy rain, strong winds, and landslides are anticipated.
The PDMA advisory cautioned that water levels may rise sharply in rivers including the Chitral, Swat, Panjkora, and Kabul, increasing the risk of floods. District administrations have been directed to remain on high alert and implement preventive measures.
Authorities have also urged the public to avoid unnecessary travel during the wet spell and exercise caution near rivers and water channels.
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Meanwhile, the Met Department predicts sporadic showers in parts of Sindh and Balochistan on August 6, with the potential for flash floods in vulnerable areas.
Residents in flood-prone zones have been advised to stay updated through official weather reports and follow safety guidelines issued by local authorities.
