Punjab Issues Urban Flooding and Landslide Alert for 7 Cities

Meanwhile, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an alert for urban flooding and landslides as the province braces for the eighth spell of monsoon rains from today until September 5.

Key points

• Rain is additionally forecast in Jhelum, Chakwal, Talagang, Attock, Sheikhupura, Narowal, Mandi Bahauddin, Wazirabad, Hafizabad, Kasur, Okara, Nankana Sahib, Sargodha, Khushab, Mianwali, and Noorpur Thal.
• Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Layyah, Bhakkar, Sahiwal, and Pakpattan are additionally anticipated to receive rainfall during the spell.
• The PDMA has additionally alerted the Health, Irrigation, Communication and Works, Local Administration and Livestock departments to ensure preparedness during the monsoon spell.
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• The PDMA remarked its 1129 helpline is available for citizens requiring assistance during any emergency.

According to the PDMA, most districts of Punjab are projected to receive rain during the period, with a number of areas probable to experience heavy rainfall. New Monsoon System to Bring Rainfall Till 6 September.

While Murree and Galiyat face a heightened risk of landslides due to their mountainous terrain, the authority has specifically cautioned of urban flooding in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Gujrat, and Sialkot.

PDMA Director General Syed Inam Anwar Jappa has directed commissioners and deputy commissioners throughout Punjab to remain alert and ensure that district administrations take precautionary measures ahead of the anticipated rainfall.

While flash flooding may additionally occur in seasonal streams and nullahs, he remarked major cities should remain prepared for urban flooding. Karachi Sees Lowest Monsoon Rainfall in Almost 29 Years.

For context, the PDMA has additionally alerted the Health, Irrigation, Communication and Works, Local Administration and Livestock departments to ensure preparedness during the monsoon spell.

In practice, the authority advised citizens to avoid staying in dilapidated or mud-built houses and refrain from unnecessary travel during storms. Individuals have additionally been pressed to seek shelter in safe places during thunderstorms and lightning.

Parents have been advised to keep children away from accumulated rainwater, electric poles and exposed power lines. Citizens should additionally avoid open areas during thunderstorms.

Notably, the PDMA remarked its 1129 helpline is available for citizens requiring assistance during any emergency. Stay Connected with ProPakistani. Obtain the latest news and stories wherever you prefer. Follow on Google Discover.

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Taken together, the developments around punjab Issues Urban Flooding and Landslide Alert for 7 Cities point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.