DLP Report
PESHAWAR
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a weather alert forecasting rain, strong winds and thunderstorms across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on July 11 and 12, warning of possible flash floods, landslides and urban flooding in several districts.
According to a PDMA spokesperson, heavy rainfall and landslides are expected in Chitral, Swat, Upper and Lower Dir, Shangla, Mansehra and Kohistan.
The authority warned that flash floods could occur in parts of the Malakand and Hazara divisions and said district administrations had been directed to remain on high alert.
Urban flooding is also likely in Peshawar, Charsadda, Nowshera, Mardan, Swabi and Abbottabad due to heavy rainfall.
The PDMA cautioned that strong winds and lightning could damage vulnerable houses, electricity poles and standing crops.
All relevant departments have been instructed to complete preventive measures, while rescue teams, heavy machinery and emergency services have been directed to remain on full alert to respond to any emergency.
The authority advised tourists to avoid unnecessary travel and exercise caution near rivers, streams and mountainous areas during the forecast period.
Residents have been urged to stay away from weak structures, exposed electricity wires and storm drains during rainfall, while farmers and livestock owners have been advised to take precautionary measures to protect their crops and animals.
The PDMA said its Emergency Operations Centre would remain operational round the clock, urging the public to contact the authority’s helpline, 1700, in case of any emergency.
