Lahore Rain Brings Relief From Heat but Causes Power Outages
News Desk
Lahore: Heavy rain and hailstorm lashed several parts of Lahore on Thursday, turning the weather pleasant but disrupting electricity supply and traffic flow across the city.
According to the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO), at least 49 feeders tripped due to the rain, causing power outages in multiple areas of Lahore and other parts of the LESCO region.
A LESCO spokesperson said field staff had been placed on high alert to handle emergency situations and restore electricity once the rain subsides.
The downpour also brought a noticeable drop in temperature, providing relief from the heatwave conditions that had gripped the city in recent days.
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According to the Meteorological Department and initial reports, the highest rainfall of 30 millimetres was recorded in Nishtar Town, followed by 26 mm at Laxmi Chowk, 24 mm at Chowk Nakhuda, 23 mm in Mughalpura and 22 mm at Upper Mall.
Gulberg received 7 mm of rainfall, while Tajpura, Gulshan Ravi and Iqbal Town each recorded around 17 mm.
The rain and hailstorm also affected traffic movement in various parts of the provincial capital, with water accumulation and slippery roads slowing down commuters during peak hours.
The rain and hailstorm also affected traffic movement in various parts of the provincial capital, with water accumulation and slippery roads slowing down commuters during peak hours.
