{"id":494563,"date":"2025-08-04T00:14:25","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T19:14:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=494563"},"modified":"2025-08-04T00:14:25","modified_gmt":"2025-08-03T19:14:25","slug":"pdma-issues-alert-for-monsoon-rains-in-kp-from-aug-4-to-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/pdma-issues-alert-for-monsoon-rains-in-kp-from-aug-4-to-7\/","title":{"rendered":"PDMA issues alert for monsoon rains in KP from Aug 4 to 7"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PESHAWAR<br \/>\nThe Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has directed district administrations and other relevant organizations to remain on high alert as Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasts more intermittent to heavy rains, wind, and thunderstorms across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa from August 4 to August 7, 2025.<br \/>\nIn a statement issued here Sunday by PDMA, the new weather system could lead to flash floods in upper and central districts, including Abbottabad, Mansehra, Swat, Chitral, Dir, Malakand, Kohistan, Buner, Peshawar, Mardan, Nowshera, D.I. Khan, and Waziristan.<br \/>\nHeavy rainfall may cause water levels to rise in local streams, drains, and rivers, with a particular focus on the Chitral, Swat, Panjkora, and Kabul rivers. The mountainous regions face a risk of landslides, while urban areas could experience urban flooding.<br \/>\nThe PDMA has warned that strong winds and thunderstorms may damage vulnerable structures such as houses, electricity poles, billboards, and solar panels.<br \/>\nIn response, all district administrations have been instructed to take necessary precautions, including cleaning drainage systems and providing timely warnings to residents, tourists, and travellers.<br \/>\nThe PDMA has also issued directives for farmers, livestock owners, and tourists to move their crops and animals to safe locations and avoid visiting dangerous areas during Aug 4 to 7.<br \/>\nRelevant authorities have been directed to ensure availability of emergency services, medical aid, food, and other essential items. 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