Punjab flood alert: Chenab, Ravi and Jhelum at risk as heavy rains continue

The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a flood alert for the Chenab, Jhelum and Ravi rivers, along with their associated streams and drains, from July 20 to 24.

According to the PDMA, low to high-level flooding is expected in the Chenab River at Marala, while increased water flows are also feared in the Ravi, Basantar, Deg, Aik, Palkhu, Bhimber, Hailsi and Dora streams.

The authority has also warned of possible flash flooding in the hill torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan and urban flooding in Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Sargodha, Okara, Sahiwal, Bahawalnagar and Rawalpindi divisions.

The PDMA has directed all commissioners, deputy commissioners, WASA, Rescue 1122 and relevant departments to remain on high alert and ensure that emergency arrangements are fully in place.

PDMA Director General Umar Abbas Mela has instructed authorities to ensure the timely evacuation of residents living in low-lying and riverbank areas, provide essential facilities at flood relief camps, and urged citizens to follow precautionary measures.

Rain expected in Karachi on Monday as monsoon winds intensify

Karachi is expected to receive rainfall on Monday as the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast cloudy weather, strong winds and showers in the city over the coming days. According to the weather department, Karachi’s weather is expected to remain mostly cloudy over the next three days, with maximum temperatures likely to stay between 33°C and 35°C. The PMD said stronger-than-usual winds and rainfall are expected in the city throughout the day, while light rain is also possible on Monday. The weather department has also predicted windstorms, thunderstorms and rain in several parts of the country over the coming days. According […]

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