At least 20 people have died and 19 others were injured in rain-related incidents across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa since July 19, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) said on Wednesday. Heavy rains and flash floods triggered roof collapses and swept away residents. Authorities warned more rainfall is expected through July 23. According to the PDMA, the […]
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PDMA forecasts rainfall across most Punjab districts over next two days
The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has forecast rainfall across most districts of the province over the next two days and issued alerts to local administrations to ensure preparedness for possible weather-related emergencies. According to a PDMA spokesperson, rain is expected in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Wazirabad, […]
Two earthquakes shake Balochistan, leaving three injured
At least three people were injured after two earthquakes struck several parts of Balochistan on Saturday, prompting rescue efforts and causing damage to homes in affected areas. According to officials from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) and the National Seismic Monitoring Centre (NSMC), the stronger earthquake measured 5.2 in magnitude and occurred at a […]
Strong winds and heavy rain kill nine in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PESHAWAR: At least nine people have lost their lives and seven others sustained injuries after strong winds, lightning and heavy rain swept across multiple districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). The PDMA said the severe weather conditions affected several areas, including Dera Ismail Khan, Upper Dir, Kohat and Orakzai, […]
Severe heat forecast in Punjab: PDMA issues heatwave alert
The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a heatwave alert for the coming week, expressing the fear of a severe heat wave across the province. According to the PDMA, the temperature is likely to be 5 to 7 degrees Celsius higher than normal in most districts of Punjab from June 8 to 12. The […]
Punjab braces for intense heatwave during Eid holidays
LAHORE: The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a warning about a severe heatwave expected to affect various districts of Punjab during the Eidul Adha holidays, with temperatures likely to rise far above seasonal averages. Read More: Heat wave alert issued across Pakistan According to the PDMA, temperatures across most districts are expected to remain […]
PDMA Punjab issued an advisory warning of unusual weather across the province from May through July
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an advisory warning of unusual weather patterns across the province from May through July, including above-normal temperatures and increased rainfall in several regions. Read More: PDMA issues GLOF alert for KP According to the PDMA, Punjab is likely to experience a combination of intense heat and irregular monsoon activity […]
PDMA, FAO deliberate on heatwave impact on food security in Sindh
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), organized a workshop on the impact of heatwaves on food security and agriculture in the province, bringing together government officials, climate experts and humanitarian partners. Speaking at the event, PDMA officials highlighted Sindh’s increasing vulnerability to multiple climate-induced hazards, […]
Death toll from rains since March 25 reaches 47 in KP
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Tuesday released its report detailing human and property losses caused by ongoing rains that began on March 25 across various districts of the province. According to the report, 21 people have lost their lives and 40 others have been injured over the past four days due to incidents […]
PDMA Sindh on high alert ahead of rain
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Sindh has activated its emergency response system and appointed focal persons at the district level to ensure timely and effective action, in anticipation of possible rainfall. Adviser for Rehabilitation, Gianchand Esrani, has instructed PDMA to remain fully prepared to tackle any adverse weather conditions. He stated that from today […]