ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a forecast stating that the monsoon rainfall in the country is expected to begin from Monday (today) and continue until July 8. According to the report, moist currents originating from the Arabian Sea are likely to penetrate the upper regions of the country, while a westerly wave is expected to enter Pakistan starting from July 3. Several areas, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galliyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and others, are predicted to experience rain accompanied by thunderstorms from July 4 to 7.
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From July 5 to 8, Barkhan, Sibbi, Loralai, Kalat, Khuzdar, Zhob, Lasbella, Naseerabad, Bannu, Karak, Waziristan, Dera Ismael Khan, Rajanpur, Multan, Bhakkar, Layyah, Kot Addu, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Sahiwal, and Okara are expected to receive rain with wind thundershowers and isolated heavy falls.
On July 7 and 8, Sukkur, Jacobabad, Ghotki, Shaheed Benazirabad, Larkana, Mithi, Chhor, Padidan, Nagarparkar, Tharparkar, Umerkot, Sanghar, Mirpurkhas, Dadu, Thatta, Badin, Hyderabad, and Karachi are likely to witness rainfall accompanied by winds, thundershowers, and isolated heavy falls.
However, weather experts have cautioned about the possibility of heavy falls leading to flash floods in hill torrents of Dera Ghazi Khan and adjacent areas of northeastern Balochistan. Furthermore, heavy rains could trigger landslides in vulnerable areas of Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Galliyat, and hilly regions of Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa.
With the onset of the monsoon season, it is essential for individuals residing in these areas to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The authorities should also be prepared to respond effectively to any emergency situations that may arise due to the anticipated weather conditions.
Monsoon rains are forecasted in Pakistan, raising concerns about potential flash floods and landslides.
