July 4, ISLAMABAD — Authorities have issued an extreme rainfall alert as a strong monsoon system approaches Pakistan.
The system is expected to hit from July 6 to July 10, triggering flash floods, landslides, and urban flooding in high-risk areas.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) forecasts heavy to very heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds.
The NDMA has identified Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir as likely to be affected.
Cities like Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Rawalpindi face a high risk of urban flooding.
Beside major cities, mountainous and rural areas such as D.G Khan, Rajanpur, Murree, Hunza, Swat, and Neelam Valley are also vulnerable.
These areas may face rising rivers, hill torrents, and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs).
To reduce damage, government has asked local authorities to:
- Clear drainage and sewer lines.
- Deploy emergency response teams.
- Monitor flood-prone zones and key water bodies.
- To ensure safety, issue warnings and prepare for evacuations if needed.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) says a deep low-pressure zone is fueling this monsoon spell.
Therefore, this could disrupt both urban and rural life across the country.
Authorities advise people to:
- Avoid non-essential travel in flood-prone or hilly regions.
- To stay safe, stay indoors during heavy rain and storms.
- Use the NDMA Disaster Alert App for real-time updates.
- Follow NDMA’s official news channels for safety alerts.
This early and intense monsoon reflects growing concerns about changing climate patterns.
Authorities urge the public to remain alert, follow safety guidelines, and support emergency efforts to prevent loss.
