PMD said rain is expected in Islamabad, parts of Punjab, KP, Sindh and Balochistan between June 11 and 13.
ISLAMABAD:
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Thursday issued warnings of rain, thunderstorms and possible flash floods in several parts of the country, while hot and humid conditions persist in major urban centers.
The PMD said rains are expected in Islamabad, parts of Punjab, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh and Balochistan between June 11 and 13. Hailstorms could also occur in some areas.
The NDMA has warned that thunderstorms and heavy rains could trigger flash floods in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan, KP and Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Mountain streams and seasonal waterways may experience rising water levels during the forecast period.
According to authorities, the risk areas include Chitral, Shangla, Kohistan, Battagram and Mansehra in KP. Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, Bagh and Rawalakot in Azad Jammu and Kashmir may also be affected.
In Britain, the NDMA warned of possible flooding in streams and waterways in Gupis-Yasin, Ghizer, Diamer, Tangir, Darel and Gilgit districts.
The authority advised residents living in low-lying areas and near waterways to take precautionary measures. Tourists and travelers have been urged to avoid unnecessary travel to mountainous areas during periods of heavy rain.
The NDMA has also issued a landslide alert for Britain and adjacent mountainous areas from June 12 to 15. She said temporary road closures and travel disruptions could occur at various points along the Karakoram Highway and the Jaglot-Skardu road.
Meanwhile, Lahore is expected to remain hot despite the possibility of a change in weather over the next few hours. The PMD predicts a maximum temperature of 41 degrees Celsius and a minimum temperature of 31 degrees Celsius for the city.
Winds are expected to gust around 8 miles per hour, while humidity is expected to remain at 51%, which could keep conditions humid.
Karachi is also expected to remain under the influence of intense heat. The PMD predicted hot and humid weather with bright sunshine throughout the day.
The maximum temperature in the city is expected to be between 39 and 41°C. The minimum temperature recorded was 30.3°C, while the current temperature was 32°C.
The PMD said humidity levels of 78% could make temperatures appear significantly higher, with the perceived temperature reaching around 40C. Southwest winds were blowing at 22 km/h.
Authorities have advised residents to avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight and take precautionary measures in view of the prevailing weather conditions.
