Islamabad:
The Department of Meteorology of Pakistan (PMD) predicted on Tuesday a new generalized rain spell, wind and turtles in most parts of the country in the coming days, and the activity of the Monzón is expected to intensify from August 17.
According to the weather office, the currents of the Arabic sea are continuously penetrating into the upper parts of the country, while the wet currents of the Bengal Bay probably strengthen in the middle of the week. It is also expected that a wave of the west that affects the region intensify from August 17.
Under these conditions, rain, wind and turtles are expected with heavy falls scattered in Islamabad, Kashmir, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Gilgit-Baltist (GB) from August 14 to 17.
The wet spell will persist from August 18 to 21 in several areas of the north, including Neelum Valley, Muzaffrabad, Rawalakot, Poonch and Districts of GB. From August 18 to 21, generalized rains are expected in KP, with heavy falls to very heavy in dir, Swat, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Peshawar and Milda.
The southern districts, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Wazirist, Tank and Dera Ismail Khan, will also experience showers with occasional spells.
Punjab, including Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot and Faisalabad, it is likely that he will receive heavy rains from August 18 to 21, with a scattered activity in the southern districts, according to the PMD.
It is expected that parts of Baluchistan, including Barkhan, Zhob, Khuzdar, Gwadar and Panjgur, as well as several districts of Sindh such as Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana and Tharparkar, see showers between August 18 and 22.
Glof alert
In view of the prognosis, the Provincial Authority of Disaster Management (PDMA) of KP issued an alert of flood floods of Glacial Lago (Glof), warning of possible floods in glactic areas of the province. The PDMA warned that heavy and intermittent rains could cause glacial lakes to explode in northern vulnerable districts, including upper and lower chitral, DIR, SWAT and superior Kohistan.
The PDMA also warned of landslides and sudden floods in local currents and nullahs in these areas, advising the public that avoids an unnecessary movement near the water channels and refrains from driving vehicles through rapid flow currents.
The National Road Authority (NHA), the Frontier Works Organization (FWO) and the Department of Communication and Works have received instructions to remain waiting for the clearance of the road and other emergency measures.
The PDMA has also launched a public awareness campaign to inform residents about caution measures, while its emergency operating center remains in full functioning. Citizens can report incidents or search for information through the 1700 aid line.
Risk of flooding and landslides
The PMD Cautioned That Heavy Rains May Trigger Flash Floods in KP, Murree, Galliyat, Northeast Punjab, and Kashmir From August 15 to 21, as Well as Hill Torrents in Dera Ghazi Khan and Eastern Balochistan from August 18 to 21. Areas of Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot, Peshawar and Nowshera during this period.
Earth landslides and landslides can alter roads in mountainous areas of KP, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galliyat and Kashmir, while heavy falls, wind storms and lightning could damage weak structures, electrical posts, posters, vehicles and solar panels.
“All interested parties are recommended to remain alert and take the necessary measures to avoid any unpleasant situation,” said the PMD. The public, travelers and tourists to avoid unnecessary trips to vulnerable areas and remain updated on the latest climatic conditions have been urged.
The death toll rises
At least 312 people, including 142 children, have died and another 740 have been injured in sudden floods and torrential rains since the end of June, according to updated data from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
Deaths include 113 men, 57 women and 142 children, while the injured comprise 243 children, 209 women and 288 men. The NDMA said that the Deluges, which began on June 26, have left a trace of destruction throughout the country. (With application entry)
