Lahore faced heavy rain early Wednesday, leading to flooding in many low-lying areas across the city. Neighborhoods like Mall Road, Lakshmi Chowk, Garden Town, and Ferozepur Road were submerged as water accumulated rapidly. Frequent power outages were reported due to feeder trips, disrupting electricity supply in several districts. Rescue 1122 officials confirmed that a roof […]
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Floods and landslides grip Murree, Rawalpindi, Islamabad
Heavy rain lashed Murree, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad, causing trees to fall and water to enter homes. The downpour began last night and continued with short breaks. In Murree, several trees fell, blocking roads and trapping vehicles. Landslides were reported near Bostal Road and Expressway, where three people were slightly injured by falling rocks. Rescue teams […]
Karachi’s monsoon rains to intensify tonight
Heavy rain accompanied by thunder and lightning is expected to hit Karachi starting tonight and continue through Sunday, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). Temperatures will stay between 28°C and 35°C during this period. Karachi’s first monsoon rains this season occurred on June 26, bringing moderate to heavy showers in several city areas. The […]
Heavy rain predicted across Punjab on Ashura; citizens urged to stay alert
A new monsoon spell has entered Punjab, bringing with it a forecast of heavy rain across several cities on Ashura (10th Muharram). The Pakistan Meteorological Department has warned that downpours could affect Lahore, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Faisalabad, and nearby regions. The current weather system is expected to continue until July 10, possibly causing a rise […]
Thunder, rain, and relief: Karachi welcomes monsoon showers
Karachi experienced heavy rain with thunderstorms in several areas, bringing relief from the intense heat. The downpour began in suburban regions like Kathore and Gadap, spreading across multiple parts of the city. Areas such as Gulshan-e-Hadid, Malir, Safoora, Model Colony, and Saadi Town also witnessed heavy rainfall. Rain also hit Defence, Scheme 33, and North […]
Rawalpindi and Islamabad witness intense rainfall, authorities activate emergency response
Rawalpindi and Islamabad experienced heavy rain and strong winds on Saturday, bringing much-needed relief from the recent heatwave. The sudden weather change caused authorities to declare a rain emergency in Rawalpindi to manage possible flooding and disruptions. Muhammad Saleem Ashraf, Managing Director of WASA, confirmed that torrential rain accompanied by gusty winds hit the twin […]
Five family members killed in Malakand car accident due to heavy rain
Five family members tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Malakand when their vehicle lost control and plunged into a canal. The incident took place in Duragai tehsil, near the Khatkoshah Afghan refugee camp, as heavy rainfall drenched the area. Emergency responders, including Malakand Levies and local rescue teams, reached the scene swiftly […]
Eid weather forecast: Pakistan faces heavy rain, storms, and risk of hailstorms
Pakistan’s weather department has forecast widespread rain, thunderstorms, and possible hailstorms in the days leading up to Eid-ul-Fitr. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) expects this wet spell to occur between March 25 and 27. Affected areas will include upper and central regions, with snowfall predicted in mountainous areas. The rain and thunderstorms will impact areas […]
Heavy rain expected in Karachi on 13th and 14th
KARACHI: Heavy rain expected in Karachi on 13th and 14th August. The metropolis may witness heavy showers on August 13 and 14 under the prevailing monsoon system. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), monsoon currents from the Bay of Bengal are penetrating central and lower parts of the country. A westerly wave is also […]
Karachi’s prayers answered: Hub Dam to supply 70 m daily
KARACHI: A recent spell of heavy rains, especially in the districts of Lasbela and Khuzdar in Balochistan, increased the water level in Hub dam by 20 feet on Friday. According to officials from the irrigation department, the reservoir’s water level had risen to 298 feet and is expected to further increase due to inflow from […]