Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Monday forecast rain and thunderstorms in Karachi and several other districts of Sindh as a fresh westerly wave is expected to enter the western parts of the country on Tuesday.
According to the Met Office’s advisory, multiple districts across the province are likely to experience rain and thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds and isolated hailstorms. Areas including Jamshoro, Hyderabad, Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, Matiari, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allah Yar, Umerkot, Tharparkar, Sanghar and Mirpurkhas are expected to receive rainfall under the influence of the approaching weather system.
Naushahro Feroze, Shaheed Benazirabad and Dadu, along with the Karachi Division, may also experience showers during the forecast period.
Meanwhile, rain and thunderstorms with gusty winds are also anticipated in Larkana, Qambar Shahdadkot, Shikarpur, Jacobabad, Kashmore, Ghotki and Sukkur between March 18 and 19, with occasional breaks between spells.
The PMD has warned of possible lightning strikes in isolated areas and advised residents to exercise caution. Farmers have also been urged to take preventive measures to protect crops from potential damage caused by strong winds or hail.
