Continuous rains and snowfall hit Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP), increasing the intensity of the cold and causing disturbances in various regions.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department reported that Peshawar and the surrounding cities have experienced the first extended rain period of the season, with showers that are expected to continue in the coming 24 hours.
Temperatures have dropped sharply, with Peshawar at 8 ° C, while Dir, Chitral, Kalam and Malam Jabba recorded temperatures below zero.
The heavy rains led to a water commitment to the low areas of Peshawar, Mardan, Nowshera, Swabi, Kohat and Jamrud, causing difficulties to residents.
However, the province of disaster management (PDMA) said that no significant damage has been reported so far.
In DIR and Chitral, snowfall created picturesque winter landscapes, with up to a snow foot in high altitude areas, including the Lowari tunnel, the Kumrat and Shahibn Shahib valley. The authorities have confirmed that the Chitral-Dir road remains open, but vehicles without snow chains are not allowed to go through a Lowari tunnel.
The violent weather has led to current failures in several areas, leaving residents without electricity for long hours.
In Peshawar, the Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO) has struggled to restore energy, with many remaining electricity areas for more than 10 hours.
The rain also had an impact on solar energy systems, leaving houses without emergency energy.
Despite the disruptions, the snowfall attracted visitors wishing to see the amazing winter landscapes.
The authorities advised travelers to be cautious due to slippery roads and low visibility in mountainous regions.
In addition, the rain should continue in Lahore and in various regions of Punjab today, because the meteorological system responsible for showers remains active.
Since last night, intermittent precipitation has occurred through the province, with cooler temperatures after the rain.
The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) said that precipitation after five months in Rawalpindi and Islamabad will help end the drought.
The meteorological service reports that temperatures have dropped slightly through the Punjab after the rain, the snowfall expected in the hilly areas.
Regions including Sargodha, Mianwali, Bhakkar, Khushab, Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Faithbad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Taunsa Sharif, Khanewal, Sahiwal, Pakpattan and Okara and Okara and Okara and Okara Bahawalnagar are likely to undergo precipitation today.
In Lahore, the minimum temperature was recorded at 11 ° C, with a summit up to 22 ° C expected.
The director general of the PDMA, Irfan Ali Kathia, advised travelers to be cautious and plan their activities according to weather conditions. He stressed that the PDMA control room was monitoring the situation 24/7. Citizens were invited to avoid unnecessary trips in unfavorable weather conditions, and in the event of an emergency, they can contact the PDMA assistance line at 1129.
