ISLAMABAD, August 18, 2025
— The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a severe weather warning. It forecasts widespread rain, wind, and thundershowers across Pakistan—with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in key regions.
Forecast Highlights
PMD warns of rain and thundershowers across these areas:
- Provinces & regions: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Islamabad.
- High-risk zones: Local streams and nullahs in KP, Kashmir, GB, Potohar, Dera Ghazi Khan region, northeastern Balochistan.
- Urban flood threats: Low-lying parts of Islamabad-Rawalpindi, northeastern Punjab (Gujranwala, Lahore), Peshawar, Nowshera, southeastern Sindh.
Risks of Landslides, Lightning & Structural Damage
Strong winds, lightning, and intense downpours may damage fragile structures:
- Susceptible infrastructure: Kacha houses, roadside billboards, solar panels, weak electric poles.
- Hilly terrain risks: Landslides and mudslides likely in Murree, Galliyat, Kashmir, KP’s mountainous districts including Dir, Swat, Abbottabad, Swabi.
Public Safety Recommendations
PMD advises:
- Staying alert and avoiding non-essential travel in vulnerable zones.
- Seeking up-to-date weather updates via media and official weather bulletins.
- Tourists and local travelers must exercise caution, especially in mountain and low-lying areas.
Internal Resources & Utility
- See our [Flood Safety Guide] for preparedness tips. (Add internal link to flood safety feature)
- Explore related articles under the “Climate & Environment” section for more on monsoon-season impacts.
