Rain turns weather pleasant

LAHORE:Scattered rain and cloudy weather was witnessed in the City here on Sunday which lowered the temperature and turned weather pleasant.

Met officials said similar weather conditions would prevail for the next 24 hours. Following the rainy weather, Wasa Managing Director Ghafran Ahmed instructed Wasa Lahore to be on alert.

All main highways should be kept clear so that the flow of traffic is not affected, orderedManaging Director. All the disposal stations are being kept functional, all generators are being kept on standby in case of power outage all disposal stations should be run on generators, he added.

APP adds: To enjoy a pleasant weather, Lahorites thronged gardens, parks, theatres, cinemas and restaurants on Sunday. Most of the cinemas screened new movies which attracted large crowds. Even the cinemas showing old movies did a good business.

Citizens enjoyed weather with their families and friends in different parks and at recreational areas while children seemed engrossed in swings. Children and parents also enjoyed boating in some parks where the facility was available. Muhammad Sharif, a family head, told APP that it is the last day of Eid holidays, so they have come to enjoy the weather with children.