The Pakistan Meteorological Department has predicted an increase in monsoon rainfall across the country, with heavy showers expected in various parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan.
According to the forecast, Gilgit-Baltistan is likely to receive rain from July 6 to July 10, while Islamabad and surrounding upper regions may experience rainfall between July 5 and July 10. Several areas of Balochistan are also expected to receive rain from July 6 to 8, while southern Punjab may witness thunderstorms and rainfall between July 3 and 6.
There is a heightened risk of landslides in Murree, Galiyat, Swat, Kohistan, and Kashmir. The rainfall is also expected to cause a noticeable drop in temperatures. Authorities have advised the public, including travellers and tourists, to take precautionary measures during this period.
Meanwhile, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert for possible monsoon-related hazards across different regions from July 2 to July 8, 2025.
Heavy rainfall is expected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Kashmir, and northeastern Punjab between July 5 and 8. The NDMA has warned of potential flooding in the Kabul River near Nowshera due to increased water flow, which could also lead to flash flooding in connected streams.
A rise in water levels at Tarbela Dam could result in a low-level flood situation. Additionally, there is a risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), landslides, and urban flooding in low-lying areas of Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Urban flooding is also anticipated in Lahore, Sialkot, and Narowal, while water flow is expected to rise in hill torrents in Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajanpur. Streams in Lahore, Sialkot, Gujrat, and Narowal are likely to witness increased flow.
The NDMA has also advised the public to stay away from weak structures, mud walls, electric poles, and billboards during rains and strong winds. It cautioned that visibility may significantly reduce during storms, increasing the risk of accidents.
Authorities have warned that sudden water surges in local streams are possible during heavy rainfall, and citizens should remain alert.
The NDMA has also instructed all relevant departments to ensure pre-emptive measures are in place to respond to any emergency situation during the monsoon period.
