ISLAMABAD: NDMA on Thursday said that the monsoon rains, ranging from moderate to heavy intensity, will continue until mid-September, bringing significant rainfall to southern parts of the country, particularly South Punjab and Sindh from September 6 onward, and urged people in at-risk areas to remain vigilant.
While talking to a private news channel, a representative of NDMA, Zahra Hassan, highlighted the importance of preparedness as the monsoon season continues.
She warned that southern regions of Pakistan, including Punjab and Sindh, as well as some parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, are at heightened risk due to ongoing rainfall and potential flooding.
She further emphasized that the threat could persist until mid-September, urging authorities and residents in these areas to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to minimize the risk of damage and loss of life.
She explained that while the rainfall intensity may lessen, the release of additional water from Indian rivers could still pose a threat of flooding in these areas, urging local authorities and residents to stay alert until mid-September.
She further added that the current situation looks ominous for downstream areas, as a high flood is expected to soon be visible at Khanki and Qadirabad headworks, which serve regions previously submerged by the earlier surge in the Chenab River.
Zahra Hassan also advised residents of sensitive zones to follow official instructions carefully, ensure their safety, and avoid unnecessary travel during this critical period.
She mentioned that the NDMA is working in close coordination with civil and military institutions to ensure the timely evacuation of those in high-risk areas.
In response to another query, she said that the southern parts of Punjab and Sindh are likely to be lashed by rain due to the influence of this weather system.
NDMA said that Sindh’s coastal districts, Badin, Sujawal, and Thar Parkar, could receive heavy rainfall.
She stated, “The floodwaters from the Ravi, Chenab, and Sutlej rivers are expected to converge at Punjnad on September 4 or 5, potentially resulting in an extremely high flood situation.
