DLP Report
PESHAWAR
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Monday issued an alert for intermittent rains, strong winds and thunderstorms across the upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from tonight till May 23, directing all district administrations to remain on alert.
According to the alert, heavy rains accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms are expected in upper and lower districts of Chitral, Dir Upper, Dir Lower, Swat, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Bajaur, Upper and Lower Kohistan, Kolai Pallas, Battagram, Torghar, Mansehra, Abbottabad and Haripur, as well as Mardan, Swabi, Khyber, Mohmand, Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Kohat, Kurram, Hangu, Orakzai, Karak, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, North Waziristan and South Waziristan.
The PDMA warned that landslides are likely in upper districts including Chitral, Dir, Swat, Shangla, Malakand, Buner, Abbottabad and Kohistan, while flooding may occur in rivers and streams in several areas.
It said the prevailing weather system may bring a temporary reduction in the ongoing heatwave in upper parts of the province.
The authority cautioned that strong winds and rainfall could damage weak structures, electricity poles and solar panels, while standing crops across the province may also be affected.
District administrations have been directed to ensure availability of rescue teams, keep major highways open, maintain traffic flow and arrange alternative routes where necessary.
Relevant departments have also been instructed to clear drainage systems to prevent urban flooding.
Tourists and residents have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from rivers and flood-prone areas, and remain updated about weather conditions.
