NDMA issues heavy rain alert for Karachi, several parts of Pakistan
Key takeaways
- The NDMA further stated that several areas of Punjab, including Islamabad and Rawalpindi, are expected to receive rainfall between May 28 and 31.
- In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain and hailstorms have been forecast from May 26 to 31.
- Meanwhile, traffic movement in Chitral has already been affected after a landslide blocked the Boni Road, leaving long queues of vehicles stranded on both sides.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather alert forecasting heavy rainfall in Karachi and several other parts of the country during the coming days, warning authorities to remain prepared for possible urban flooding and weather-related disruptions, ARY News reported.
According to the advisory, Karachi is likely to receive heavy rain from the fourth day of Eid al Adha, while other cities of Sindh including Hyderabad, Thatta and Badin are expected to experience rain accompanied by strong winds on May 30 and 31.
The NDMA further stated that several areas of Punjab, including Islamabad and Rawalpindi, are expected to receive rainfall between May 28 and 31. Weather conditions during this period may also affect daily routines and travel activities in different cities.