The National Disaster Management Authority has issued a high-alert warning for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan. The alert follows forecasts of persistent high temperatures until the first week of July. Authorities have been instructed to implement precautionary measures to reduce risks to lives and infrastructure. The NDMA said rising temperatures will […]
Gilgit Baltistan floods
Heavy rains prompt nationwide flood alert
The National Disaster Management Authority issued a flood alert as heavy rainfall is forecast from June 16 to 20. Authorities warned that intense rain, strong winds, and glacier melt could trigger flooding. The advisory affects residents, tourists, and travellers across northern and upper Pakistan. According to the NDMA, a westerly weather system will bring thunderstorms, […]
NDMA warns of floods and landslides across Pakistan
The National Disaster Management Authority has issued a severe weather alert for several regions of Pakistan, warning of thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, hailstorms, and potential flooding. The warning matters because hazardous weather could threaten public safety, infrastructure, and transportation networks. Residents, tourists, and local authorities in affected areas are expected to face the greatest impact. According […]
PMD warns of glacial floods risk in northern Pakistan
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued an alert warning of possible glacial lake outburst floods (Glofs) in the northern regions of Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, following the expected arrival of a westerly weather system this weekend. Read More: PMD warns of heavy rain and hailstorm across Pakistan from May 2-5 According to the Met Office, […]