NDMA issues warning of heavy rains in Punjab, AJK

News Desk 

Islamabad: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday issued a warning of heavy rainfall across several districts of Punjab and Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) over the next 12 to 24 hours, urging residents and local authorities to remain on high alert.

According to the NDMA’s National Emergency Operation Center, intense rains are expected in Gujrat, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, and Kasur, while Jhelum, Chakwal, Mandi Bahauddin, Hafizabad, Nankana Sahib, Chunian, and Pakpattan are also likely to be affected.

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In AJK, rainfall is forecast in Neelum Valley, Bagh, Kotli, Rawalakot, Muzaffarabad, and Haveli during the same period.

The authority warned of urban flooding and waterlogging in low-lying areas, along with possible overflow of streams and flooding in vulnerable zones, particularly in hilly regions prone to landslides and flash floods.

Meanwhile, rising water levels in River Sutlej have prompted a separate alert, with large-scale evacuations underway in nearby settlements. Relief and rescue efforts are being carried out by PDMA Punjab, Rescue 1122, and Pakistan Army engineers.

The NDMA has advised citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from rivers and streams, and follow safety instructions issued through television, radio, mobile alerts, and the NDMA Disaster Alert app.