According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the country is being constantly carried by monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea, and a westerly wave is also evident in the country’s upper and central regions causing heavy monsoon rainfall on long weekend.
How to be prepared for Heavy Monsoon Rainfall on Long Weekend
Here are some tips for staying safe during monsoon rains:
- Stay indoors during heavy rains.
- Avoid driving if possible.
- If you must drive, be aware of the risks of flooding and landslides.
- Be prepared for power outages.
- Have a plan for what to do if you are caught in a flood or landslide.
- Stay informed about the weather forecast and warnings.
The monsoon rains are a natural part of the climate in Pakistan, but they can be dangerous if not taken seriously. By following these tips, you can help to stay safe during this time of year.
In the wake of this, precipitation and wind-thundershowers (with scattered heavy falls) are forecast for the following locations: Kashmir (Neelum valley, Muzaffarabad, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Haveli, Sudhanoti, Kotli, Bhimber, Mirpur), Gilgit Baltistan (Diamir, Astore, Ghizer, Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Ghanche, Shigar), Chitral, Dir, Swabi. These areas are expected to face heavy monsoon rainfall on long weekend
Rain/wind-thundershower (with few heavy falls) is expected in Kalat, Khuzdar, Lasbella, Awaran, Kech, Gwadar, Panjgur, Mastung, Sibbi, Naseerabad, Zhob, Sherani, Barkhan, Musakhel, Kohlu, Jhal Magsi, Loralai, Dera Ghazi khan, Rajanpur, Multan, Khanewal, Layyah, Kot Addu, Bahawalpur and Rahim Yar Khan on 27th (night) & 28th July.
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On July 27 (night) and July 28 (day), heavy rains may cause flash flooding in Balochistan and hill torrents in Dera Ghazi Khan. From the 27th (night) till the 29th (day), I was in the regions of Kashmir, Dir, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Buner, Manshera, Abbottabad, Rawalpindi/Islamabad, and (Lai Nullah).
From the 27th (night) to the 29th (Sunday), heavy rains are expected to cause urban flooding in low-lying areas of Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Gujranwala, Lahore, and Faisalabad, and may trigger landslides in the vulnerable areas of Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, and hilly areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Farmers should plan their schedules accordingly for the upcoming weather. Tourists and travelers should take extra precautions to avoid problems during the wet period to prevent themselves from heavy monsoon rainfall on long weekend.
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Lightning and high winds can cause damage to flimsy objects like power lines and solar panels. During a windstorm, lightning storm, or severe rains, the public should seek shelter.
During the predicted time period, all relevant authorities have been urged to remain vigilant and take all appropriate precautions to prevent themselves from heavy monsoon rainfall on long weekend