Lahore: The ninth spell of monsoon rains is set to begin in Punjab, prompting the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) to issue a weather alert due to the forecast of heavy downpours.
According to the PDMA spokesperson, from August 29 to September 2, several districts across the province are expected to experience intense rainfall. Areas likely to be affected include Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Lahore, Gujrat, and Sialkot. Similarly, heavy rains are also forecasted in southern Punjab districts such as Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, and Rajanpur.
DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has directed all district commissioners and deputy commissioners to keep all departments on high alert, especially to ensure that preemptive measures are in place to tackle urban flooding and flash floods in low-lying areas.
The PDMA has also urged residents to remain cautious, avoid unnecessary travel, and cooperate fully with local authorities during this period.
