ISLAMABAD: A fresh round of rain, hailstorms, and snowfall is poised to sweep across Pakistan starting Saturday, causing a further dip in temperatures.
The Meteorological Office has issued severe weather warnings for several areas, notably southwest Balochistan, where heavy rainfall ranging from 50-100 mm could result in flash flooding. Southern Balochistan, including Panjgur, Dalbandin, and Khuzdar, is expected to experience strong winds with gusts reaching 80-100 km/h.
In northeast Balochistan, snowfall is anticipated above 8,000 feet, while Quetta is expected to face strong winds and a considerable temperature drop.
Sindh;
Karachi and surrounding districts, including various areas in Sindh, are forecasted to receive heavy rainfall coupled with thunderstorms until February 4, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa;
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) and Gilgit Baltistan, heavy snowfall is predicted, accompanied by scattered wind-thunderstorms and moderate to heavy rainfall in specific districts. Lower chances of rainfall are expected in Peshawar valley areas, while Hazara and Malakand regions may experience moderate rainfall.
Punjab & Kashmir;
Upper Punjab and Kashmir are also set to witness thunderstorm activity, with areas like Attock, Rawalpindi, and Islamabad likely to receive moderate to heavy rainfall. Azad Kashmir, particularly in Kotli, Muzaffarabad, and Mirpur regions, may also experience additional rain, with Rawalakot anticipating its first snowfall.
Residents are advised to exercise caution and stay informed about weather forecasts, especially in areas prone to severe weather conditions.
