Heavy rains lash Islamabad, flood alert for Nullah Lai

News Desk 

Islamabad: Heavy rains lashed parts of Islamabad on Monday, inundating low-lying areas and disrupting daily life, as similar downpours were reported in other regions of the country.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a flood alert for Nullah Lai after water levels rose sharply, warning residents in nearby localities to remain vigilant. 

Sector H-8 received the highest rainfall in the capital at 95mm, followed by heavy showers in G-11 and adjacent areas. While no major flooding has been reported so far, authorities cautioned that the situation could worsen if the rain continues.

Emergency and municipal teams are on high alert for possible evacuations and rescue operations, with drainage and traffic clearance efforts underway. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has also warned of urban flooding, flash floods, and landslides in vulnerable areas of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir.

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According to the PMD forecast, widespread rain with thundershowers is expected in Kashmir, northeast Punjab, and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the next two days, with isolated heavy falls likely.

Districts including Murree, Narowal, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Mandi Bahauddin, Lahore, Kasur, Okara, Sheikhupura, Hafizabad, and Rawalpindi have been marked sensitive due to flood risks.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain is likely in Swat, Chitral, Kohistan, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Peshawar, and adjoining districts, with chances of landslides in hilly terrain. In Sindh and Balochistan, hot and humid weather will prevail, though isolated rains may occur in Sanghar, Kashmore, Zhob, Musakhel, and Barkhan.

During the past 24 hours, Saidu Sharif received 26mm rain, Balakot 25mm, Garhi Dupatta 24mm, and Kasur 9mm. The highest temperatures were recorded in Dalbandin at 43°C and Nokundi at 42°C.

Authorities have urged citizens, travelers, and tourists to avoid unnecessary movement near vulnerable areas and remain updated on the latest weather advisories.