Rain Brings Relief Across Pakistan, Improving Air Quality

News Desk

Islamabad: Early Saturday morning, various parts of the country, including Punjab, experienced rain and drizzle, bringing colder weather, improving air quality in the plains, and marking the end of a prolonged dry spell.

In Lahore, areas such as Township, Johar Town, and Canal Road saw light drizzle, while rain was also reported in Kharian, Multan, Sahiwal, and other cities in Punjab.

Shikarpur Sees Flooding in Low-Lying Areas

In Shikarpur, intermittent thundershowers turned the weather colder but led to flooding in low-lying areas and widespread power outages as feeders tripped, disrupting the power supply. Rainfall was also reported in other towns and cities across Sindh.

Rainfall Hits Balochistan

On Friday, a weather system entering Pakistan from Afghanistan brought rain to the country’s north and west. Cities in Balochistan, including Quetta, Chaman, Kalat, Qila Abdullah, and Chaghai, experienced rain accompanied by hailstorms.

Weather Forecast for Lahore

The Met Office predicted that Lahore’s maximum temperature would rise to 22°C later in the day, with a minimum of 13°C. Humidity was recorded at 74 percent, and a gentle breeze blew at 6 km/h.

Toxic Air Chokes Lahore

Despite the rain, Lahore ranked as the second most polluted city globally on Saturday, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 298. New Delhi, India, topped the list with an AQI of 461.

In Lahore, Raiwind recorded an AQI of 676, followed by Johar Town at 368, the CERP Office at 336, Ghazi Road Interchange at 291, and MM Alam Road at 287.

Multan’s Pollution Levels Drop

In Multan, the AQI stood at 400, placing it fourth among Pakistan’s most polluted cities. The city recorded 85 percent humidity, with a maximum temperature expected to reach 25°C.

The rain provided much-needed relief across the country, offering a temporary respite from pollution and improving air quality.

Additional input from 24HD News website.