Thunderstorms and Rain Lash AJK, Islamabad, and Gilgit

Severe weather conditions, including strong winds, thunderstorms, and heavy rain, have brought relief from the heat in Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), Islamabad, and Gilgit.

In Islamabad, dark clouds engulfed the sky during the daytime, plunging the city into darkness, followed by torrential rain accompanied by gusty winds.

Similarly, AJK witnessed intense rainfall with thunder and lightning, breaking the heatwave in its capital and surrounding areas.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned of potential flooding in streams and landslides in upland areas, urging citizens to avoid unnecessary travel.

According to the Meteorological Department, most parts of the country are expected to remain partly cloudy today (Thursday), with thunderstorms, hail, and heavy rainfall forecasted until May 4. Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pothohar, northeastern/central Punjab, southern Punjab, and southeastern Balochistan may also experience rain and storms over the next three days.

The weather system poses risks to weak infrastructure, including electricity poles, trees, vehicles, and solar panels. Authorities advise caution due to possible damage from storms and flooding.

A potent weather system is affecting multiple regions until May 5, bringing thunderstorms, heavy rain, and hail. Risks include flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage. Authorities urge vigilance and precautionary measures.