PMD Predicts Rain, Thunderstorms, and Windstorms in Pakistan

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicts heavy rains together with thunderstorms will affect Pakistan throughout this week. Different areas across Pakistan will experience destructive windstorms together with excessive rainfall. Citizens warned to stay safe.

This week Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) expects different regions in the country will face rain and thunderstorms together with windstorms. Multiple areas should expect weather system influence from Sunday through Wednesday with strong patterns in motion according to PMD predictions.

The Pakistan Meteorological Department announced via the PMD that western-low pressure brining thunderstorms and rains would enter Pakistan. A weather system will produce heavy rainfalls together with intense winds that will combine with thunderstorms throughout numerous areas.

Affected Regions
Rain together with thunderstorms are predicted to affect these specific areas:
• Islamabad and Rawalpindi
• Lahore, Faisalabad, and other parts of Punjab
• Peshawar, Swat, and other parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
• Quetta, Zhob, and Kalat in Balochistan
• Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir

Hailstorms together with dust storms will likely occur predominantly in southern Punjab along with northern Balochistan.
People need to stay inside their homes when thunderstorms occur and should refrain from traveling when bad weather conditions develop according to the warning issued by the PMD. The high winds endanger weak infrastructure including electric poles billboards as well as trees.

The department informs farmers about necessary protective steps that should be used to safeguard crops from damaging winds and rain.
Possible Impacts
• Urban flooding in low-lying areas
• Traffic jams and slippery roads
• Delays in flights and trains

Weak structures along with buildings and infrastructure experience damage because of the weather events.
Public safety services maintain high alert readiness throughout various urban areas. The responsible local entities are currently preparing for potential emergencies that could result from adverse meteorological conditions.

Temperature Drop Expected
The PMD has said that temperatures may fall during this rainy spell, bringing temporary relief from the heat in many parts of the country.
PMD Monitoring the Situation
The Meteorological Department is closely watching the weather system and will issue further updates if needed. Citizens are advised to follow the latest weather news from official PMD sources and stay safe.

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