Fourth spell of monsoon to start nationwide tomorrow with flood-like conditions

123 deaths and 462 Injuries in Punjab so far; 150 buildings damaged

ISLAMABAD, KARACHI, QUETTA (Dunya News) - The fourth spell of monsoon rains across the country is set to begin tomorrow, with heavy rains and storms expected in many areas of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, and Balochistan.

According to the Meteorological Department, rain is also expected today in some parts of Punjab, Sindh, Gilgit-Baltistan, Balochistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab issues high alert

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued a high alert to all district administrations. Meanwhile, flood-like conditions have developed at several points along the River Indus.

Heavy rainfall forecast for Punjab

According to the spokesperson of PDMA Punjab, heavy rain is expected between July 20 and 25 in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galyat, Attock, Chakwal, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Narowal, Jhang, Sargodha, Mianwali, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, and Multan.

PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Khatia stated that, due to the rains, flood conditions have developed at the lower and middle points of the River Indus at Tarbela, Kalabagh, and Chashma. Additionally, high flood is expected at the Chashma point.

Floodwaters inundate fields in Piplan; 223 people rescued

At Kalabagh, the river's water has entered nearby areas, including Kamar Mashani, Muddat Wala, Cheena Pora, Kacha Gujrat, and Dhengana. Thousands of acres of standing crops have been submerged. Rescue teams have so far evacuated 223 people and 162 livestock to safer locations. The water inflow at Jinnah Barrage has been recorded at 296,629 cusecs, with an outflow of 289,079 cusecs.

Light rain expected in Karachi

Karachi is experiencing cloudy weather, with light rain expected today. According to the Meteorological Department, the current temperature in the city is 31°C, with humidity at 72%. The maximum temperature is likely to rise to 35°C, with sea breezes blowing from the southwest at 11 km/h.

Rain forecast for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's mountainous areas;

The Meteorological Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has predicted rain in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Buner, Malakand, Abbottabad, Battagram, Shangla, Haripur, Kohistan, Torghar, and Mansehra.

Yesterday, 14mm of rain was recorded in Kakul, and 3mm in Balakot. The lowest temperature was recorded in Malam Jabba at 13°C and in Kalam at 17°C.

Rain expected in Balochistan's Barkhan and Musa Khel

Most districts of Balochistan are experiencing hot and humid weather, with heavy rain expected in Barkhan, Sibi, Musa Khel, Zhob, Loralai, Dera Bugti, Awaran, and other areas.

The highest temperatures recorded were 41°C in Sibi and Turbat, 46°C in Nokundi, 36°C in Chaman, and 33°C in Gwadar and Jiwani.

123 deaths and 462 Injuries in Punjab so far; 150 buildings damaged

According to the PDMA Director General, 123 people have lost their lives, 462 have been injured, and 150 buildings have been affected in Punjab during the ongoing monsoon season. The causes of death include lightning strikes, electrocution, drowning while bathing, and collapsing unsafe buildings.

The PDMA and other relevant authorities have appealed to the public to avoid going near rivers, streams, and dangerous areas during the rains. In case of any emergency, people are urged to immediately contact Rescue 1122.

According to the source: Dunya News.