The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a forecast indicating the likelihood of rainfall in various parts of the province during the ongoing month. According to a spokesperson from the PDMA, moderate rainfall is expected in northern Punjab, while other regions may experience lighter rain.
In light of this forecast, the PDMA has advised farmers in the Potohar region to take precautionary measures to protect their wheat crops. Additionally, the westerly system associated with the rainfall could bring dust and hailstorms, posing risks to crops and structures. The authority has also highlighted the potential for landslides in mountainous areas.
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As temperatures are projected to rise in May, particularly in southern plain areas, the PDMA has warned of the possibility of heatwaves. The Director-General of PDMA has emphasized the importance of remaining vigilant during this period.
The seasonal outlook provided by the Meteorological Office indicates near-normal rainfall across most parts of the country from May to July. However, there is a suggestion that the northeastern catchments of Punjab, southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and parts of southern Sindh may experience slightly above-normal rainfall during this period in 2024.
