Islamabad: National Emergencies Operation Center of NDMA has issued alerts for widespread rain and thunderstorms expected to affect major parts of the country over the next 12 to 24 hours.

According to Radio Pakistan, Sindh is likely to experience significant rainfall across Jacobabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Nawabshah, Khairpur, Kashmore, Hyderabad, Tharparkar, Mirpur Khas, Umerkot, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Tando Allahyar, Tando Muhammad Khan, Thatta, Badin, Karachi, and surrounding areas. There is also a risk of urban flooding and waterlogging.

In Punjab, heavy rainfall is expected in upper and central regions, affecting Murree, Galiyat, Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mianwali, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Hafizabad, Khushab, Sargodha, Narowal, Chiniot, Toba Tek Singh, Faisalabad, Lahore, Okara, and Kasur.

Heavy rainfall is also expected in Islamabad during the next 12 to 24 hours, which may lead to localized flooding and disruption to routine life.

Meanwhile, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is also under threat of intensified monsoon activity with widespread thunderstorms and heavy rains expected in Chitral, Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Mansehra, Haripur, Karak, Kohat, Kohistan, Khyber, Kurram, Mohmand, Nowshera, Malakand, Charsadda, Bannu, Buner, Hazara, Peshawar, Mardan, Swabi, Waziristan, and adjoining districts. The risk of flash floods and landslides in hilly terrains remains elevated.

NDMA has urged Provincial Disaster Management Authorities, district administrations, and line departments to stay alert, ensure preemptive measures, and activate contingency plans to minimize potential damage. The public is advised to avoid unnecessary travel during intense weather and stay away from electric poles and weak infrastructure.

People are advised to download the ‘Pak NDMA Disaster Alert’ mobile application for real-time alerts and guidance.