Possibility of Rain, Thunderstorms and Hail in 10 Districts of Balochistan on 11 and 12 November

QUETTA (Daily Qudrat): The Meteorological Department has forecast rain, strong winds, thunderstorms and hail in various districts of Balochistan on the night of 11 November and on 12 November, and directed the relevant institutions to remain alert.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department, a weak series of westerly winds is likely to enter the country’s western and northern areas on the evening of 10 November, which may intensify on 12 November and may persist in the upper areas until the morning of 14 November.

Most districts of Balochistan are likely to remain dry; however, in Quetta, Zhob, Barkhan, Musakhel, Ziarat, Chaman, Qila Abdullah, Qila Saifullah, Kalat and Khuzdar, rain, strong winds, thunderstorms and hail are expected at a few places on the night of 11 November and on 12 November.

The Meteorological Department has warned that after the rains, fog may cover some places in the plains, while during the forecast period the daytime temperature is likely to drop by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius. Light snowfall is also expected on high mountainous areas and glaciers.

The Meteorological Department has directed farmers to plan agricultural activities keeping in view the weather conditions, and all relevant institutions to remain vigilant and take necessary measures to deal with any unpleasant situation.