PDMA warns of moderate to heavy rains in Punjab

LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Punjab on Thursday warned of moderate to heavy rains and strong winds coupled with hailstorms in various areas of the province.

“As intimated by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), moderate to heavy rain-wind/thunderstorm (snowfall over the hills) is expected in Murree, Galiyat,

Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Mianwali, Khushab, Sargodha, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Faisalabad, Jhang, Sialkot, Narowal, Lahore and

Kasur from February 17 to 21,” the PDMA said in a statement.

Meanwhile, light to moderate rain-wind/thunderstorm is expected in Multan, Bhakkar, Kot Addu, Layyah, Rajanpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan between February 18 and 19, it said.

Directing the District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) to ensure their preparedness and take all relevant measures, the PDMA urged the rescue officials and authorities to “remain high

alert and have sufficient emergency response personnel and equipment [at their disposal] during the period”.

It also warned travelers against the risks of flooding and landslides and advised them to seek assistance from local administration, police, and rescue services in case of an emergency.