Weather Department Predicts Rain, Dust Storms, and Thunderstorms Across Pakistan

ISLAMABAD:The Pakistan Meteorological Department has issued a forecast of rain, dust storms, and thunderstorms across various parts of the country from this evening until June 16, as the ongoing heatwave continues to grip the nation.

According to the weather department, thunderstorms and rain with gusty winds are expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Murree, Azad Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and several regions of Balochistan. In addition, dusty winds and strong gusts are predicted in Sindh, southern Punjab, and Balochistan, which may cause inconvenience to residents.

The department further indicated that today, Islamabad’s temperature could reach 45°C, Lahore 46°C, Peshawar and Muzaffarabad 44°C, Karachi 37°C, Quetta 36°C, and Gilgit could see temperatures of around 34°C.

The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has raised concerns over potential unpredictable changes in the weather and has issued an alert to the district administration in various parts of the province. Areas including Lahore, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Sargodha, Mianwali, Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, and Bahawalnagar have a high chance of rainfall.

The Director General of PDMA has urged citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from electricity poles and weak trees, and stay updated on weather alerts. He added that the expected rainfall will likely ease the intensity of the ongoing heatwave across the country, providing some relief to the public.