Key points
- Rain is likely in GB; Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, and Bagh in AJK: NDMA
- Rains may lead to flooding: NDMA
- NDMA directs all relevant departments to take proactive measures during forecast period
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued flood alerts for various areas of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) and Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) due to likely monsoon rains from July 28 to 31.
According to the NDMA, rain is expected in Gilgit, Skardu, Hunza, and Shigar areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, as well as in Muzaffarabad, Neelum Valley, and Bagh in AJK during the forecast period.
These rains may lead to flooding, while heavy showers in hilly regions may also trigger landslides, according to the NDMA alert.
In Chitral Valley, Buni, and Reshun areas, rainfall combined with melting glaciers may result rise in the water flow of River Chitral.
Urban flooding
Urban flooding is also likely in Muzaffarabad and Bagh due to likely heavy downpours.
The NDMA has directed all relevant departments and authorities to take proactive measures, ensure the readiness of personnel, machinery, and rescue teams, and remain vigilant to deal with any emergency situation.
Provincial Disaster Management Authorities (PDMAs) and local administrations have been instructed to take timely preventive actions.
For real-time alerts and safety protocols, citizens are encouraged to use the “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” mobile app and monitor updates from NDMA and local administration channels.
