ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 25th Aug, 2024) The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has predicted more rain and thunderstorms in Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP ), Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit Baltistan (GB) from August 26 to 29.
“Heavy rainfall may cause landslides in hilly areas and floods may also occur in low-lying areas of Gujranwala Division, Lahore Division, Sahiwal Division, Twin Cities, Attock, Murree, Galliyat, Chakwal, Tala Gang, Jhelum, Bahawalnagar, Bahawalpur, Rahimyar Khan. , Swabi, Hangu, Karak, Kohat, Orakzai, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, Dera Ismail Khan, Tank, Kurram, Waziristan districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa may experience heavy rainfall,” the NDMA statement said. Sunday.
Heavy rainfall can cause landslides in hilly areas. Flows in local nullahs and river tributaries may increase during the forecast period.
The NDMA has urged all relevant authorities and the public to take necessary precautions to mitigate the potential impacts of floods in low-lying areas and landslides in hilly areas. He issued instructions to all relevant departments to notify Emergency Response teams and mobilized resources to ensure a quick response to any situation that arises.
The public is advised to remain vigilant and follow the instructions from the local authorities, the NDMA advised the public and said that they should stay informed and download the mobile app “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” for timely alerts and closely monitor weather reports.
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