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 […]
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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, […]
Northern Pakistan faces accelerated glacier melt
Abnormal temperature surge may accelerate glacial floods risk in northern Pakistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department warned on Monday. Daytime temperatures remained 3–5°C above normal in several northern districts. The warning matters as accelerated glacier melt threatens vulnerable mountain communities downstream. The department said winter rainfall and snowfall stayed below seasonal averages. Persistent clear skies created […]