NDMA Warns of Rain, Snow and Smog Across PakistanPakistan

Rain and snow in the north

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, rain with strong winds and thunderstorms is forecast in Dir, Chitral, Swat, Kohistan, Shangla, Battagram, Mansehra, Abbottabad and Haripur, as well as in Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Mohmand, Kohat, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan and Swabi.

Most parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir are expected to stay cloudy, with chances of rain, strong winds and thunderstorms. Snowfall is expected in the mountainous areas, while some places may also see hailstorms.

The authority also warned of landslides and slippery roads in the hilly areas. People travelling through the mountains have been advised to take precautions and avoid unnecessary travel.

Night fog and smog in Punjab

Fog and smog are likely to develop during the night in Narowal, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Lahore, Khanewal, Faisalabad, Multan, Kot Addu and Bahawalpur, and in nearby areas. The thick haze at night can make driving difficult, so people travelling after dark should take extra care on the roads.

The NDMA has advised the public to stay updated through the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert mobile application, which carries official information and the latest alerts on the weather. People in the affected areas should keep an eye on fresh updates and follow the guidance issued by the authorities.

The warning covers a wide stretch of the country, from the northern mountains to the plains of Punjab. With rain, snow and smog all expected in different areas, people in the affected regions should plan their travel carefully and stay indoors during heavy rain and thunderstorms where possible.

The alert covers very different conditions in different parts of the country at the same time — rain and thunderstorms in the plains and hills, snow on the high mountains, and fog and smog hanging over Punjab’s cities at night. People living in the areas named in the warning should follow the latest updates and take care while travelling.