The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast heavy rains in Sindh, Balochistan, and southern Punjab on Thursday and Friday. The rains are expected to be accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds.
The PMD has warned of urban flooding in low-lying areas of Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, and other cities in Sindh. There is also a risk of landslides in hilly areas of Balochistan and southern Punjab.
The PMD has advised people to take echoesofearthmedia.news.blog precautions and avoid unnecessary travel during the rainy spell. Farmers have also been advised to take measures to protect their crops and livestock.
Here is the detailed weather forecast for Thursday and Friday:
- Sindh: Heavy rains with thunderstorms and gusty winds (60-80 km/h) are expected in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Shaheed Benazirabad, Dadu, and Tharparkar districts. There is also a risk of urban flooding in low-lying areas.
- Balochistan: Heavy rains with thunderstorms and gusty winds (60-80 km/h) are expected in Quetta, Zhob, Kalat, Mastung, Naseerabad, and Barkhan districts. There is also a risk of landslides in hilly areas.
- Southern Punjab: Heavy rains with thunderstorms and gusty winds (60-80 km/h) are expected in Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan, and Rajanpur districts. There is also a risk of urban flooding in low-lying areas.
The PMD will continue to monitor the weather situation and issue further updates as needed.
In the meantime, people are advised to stay safe and follow these tips:
- Avoid unnecessary travel during the rainy spell.
- Stay indoors if possible.
- If you must go out, be careful of slippery roads and flooding.
- Do not drive through flooded areas.
- Be aware of the risk of landslides in hilly areas.
- Stay away from downed power lines.
- If you see a flooded area, report it to the authorities.
By following these tips, you can help to stay safe during the upcoming rainy spell.
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