Islamabad (MNN); As a cold wave continues to grip the country, a new and powerful weather system is set to enter Pakistan today (Monday), bringing widespread rain and snowfall.
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a fresh spell of westerly winds will move into the country from tonight, triggering rain and snowfall in several regions. Under the influence of this system, precipitation has been reported in parts of Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Rain and snowfall have also been recorded in various areas of Punjab, including Murree, Galiyat, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Lahore. Meanwhile, rainfall is expected in different parts of Sindh between January 25 and 26.
The PMD said that further rain and snowfall are likely in Balochistan from tonight until January 27. From today onward, several districts of the province are expected to receive rain and snow.
Moderate rain accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms is forecast for Quetta, Gwadar, Jiwani, Pasni, Ormara, Khuzdar, Kech, Turbat, Chagai, Taftan, Nokundi, Dalbandin, Panjgur, Kalat, Washuk, Surab, Zhob, Mastung, Kharan, Qila Saifullah, Noshki, Loralai, Musa Khel, and Awaran.
Heavy rainfall may occur at isolated locations in Jiwani, Pasni, Khuzdar, Awaran, Chagai, Panjgur, and Kech, while light rain is expected in Kachhi, Sibi, Ziarat, Harnai, Duki, Loralai, and Lasbela.
The PMD has also forecast snowfall in Ziarat, Chaman, Pishin, Harmazai, Khanozai, and Kan Mehtarzai. Light to moderate snowfall, accompanied by strong winds, is expected in Muslim Bagh, Loyi Band, Qila Abdullah, Gulistan, and Dobandi.
Due to the risk of heavy rainfall, the PMD has warned of possible flash flooding in urban streams and hilly areas of Gwadar, Jiwani, Pasni, Awaran, Chagai, and Kech. Local administrations and concerned departments have been advised to take precautionary measures.
