The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a warning for rain, snow, and thunderstorms in northern Pakistan. The alert covers March 14 to 16, highlighting potential glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) and landslides in mountainous regions. Authorities urged locals and tourists to remain cautious in vulnerable areas. The NDMA said precipitation is expected in […]
GLOF risk Pakistan
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 […]