NDMA Predicted More Monsoon Rains & Thundershowers from July 28

• NDMA has issued a flood warning for upper parts of Pakistan from July 27 to July 31.
• NDMA advises people to avoid floodwaters and seek safety in secure locations.
• Seek shelter in safe places like schools or government buildings during intense rain.

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a precautionary alert to all relevant departments, urging them to take necessary measures to mitigate the impacts of potential flooding and extreme weather conditions. The alert comes as monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea are expected to reach the upper regions of the country from July 27, continuing until July 31.

The NDMA’s advisory highlights that this weather system could result in significant rainfall, which may trigger landslides, mudslides, and falling boulders, potentially disrupting roadways in Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Galiyat, Murree, Gilgit Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJ&K). The advisory also notes the likelihood of flash floods in local nullahs, with hill torrents potentially forming in the Sulaiman and Kirthar Ranges, as well as in Dera Ghazi Khan and Rajanpur.

Flash floods, the NDMA warns, can occur suddenly, often catching residents off guard. The authority advises the public to steer clear of floodwaters and seek safety away from flood-prone areas. “Even six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet, and just one foot of moving water can sweep away a vehicle,” the advisory cautions. Additionally, it advises against crossing bridges where water is flowing rapidly, as this can be extremely hazardous during floods.

For those caught in intense rainfall, the NDMA recommends taking refuge in secure locations such as schools, government buildings, or other concrete structures.

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To enhance public safety and awareness, NDMA has introduced the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert application, available for download on the Google Play Store and iOS App Store. This application aims to provide timely alerts, advisories, and safety guidelines to help the public stay informed and prepared.

Residents in the affected areas are urged to stay updated through official channels and heed all safety advisories issued by local authorities to ensure their safety during the impending weather conditions.