Pakistan Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert on Tuesday for heavy rainfall and windstorm in Lahore.
DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has directed deputy commissioners and rescue agencies across the province to remain alert.
“Relevant departments should be on alert to deal with the emergency. The provincial control room, including the district emergency operation centers of all districts, has also been put on alert. The situation is being monitored 24/7 in the PDMA control room,” stated the DG PDMA.
Last week, a heavy windstorm engulfed the city of Lahore, which made the bright sky completely dark. A powerful windstorm in Lahore led to the obstruction of normal life, causing major problems for the citizens.
Violent thunderstorms and torrential thunderstorms occurred in Punjab, leading to the deaths of around 20 people and injuring more than 100 people.
Experts have warned that the violent and sudden changes in weather are one of the manifestations of climate change in Pakistan.
Extreme heatwaves landed across the country earlier this month, and now a sudden, violent spell of windstorms and rainstorms has led to a drop in temperature across Punjab
Read more: Lahore dust storm brings darkness, heavy rain, and power outages
A powerful Lahore dust storm swept across the cityon Saturday, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and dark clouds that quickly changed the weather. The sudden storm disrupted normal life and caused major problems for residents.As the Lahore dust storm approached, the sky turned grey and thick clouds covered the city. The strong winds kicked up dust, reducing visibility and making it difficult for people to travel. Soon after, heavy rain followed, flooding streets and causing long traffic jams.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) had already issued a warning about changing weather due to a western disturbance. The Lahore dust storm was part of this larger weather system affecting upper parts of the country, including Rawalpindi, Murree, and Peshawar. More rain and storms are expected in the next 24 hours.
