12 h. ago PMD warns about risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in GB, KP

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a critical warning about the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, triggered by glacier melting due to an ongoing heatwave. In a statement released by the PMD’s Research and Development Division in Islamabad, the department warned that rising temperatures, combined with […]

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36 h. ago KP on high alert as PDMA warns of increased risk of GLOFs as monsoon rains intensify

ISLAMABAD: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has raised a warning regarding the heightened risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) in the province’s glacial regions due to the ongoing heavy rains and flash floods. A recent advisory issued by the PDMA indicates that the increase in temperature and subsequent melting of glaciers, […]

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37 h. ago Stay alert: Glacial flood risk raises alarm in Gilgit and KP

Authorities have issued a flood warning due to rapid glacier melting in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The rising temperatures are causing glaciers to melt faster than usual. This has increased the risk of glacial lake bursts, which can trigger sudden and powerful floods. Such floods could damage homes, roads, and farmlands in nearby areas. Rescue […]

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7 d. ago Karachi welcomes rain as heatwave breaks, PMD warns of more showers ahead

  KARACHI – Early morning rain brought a welcome break from the intense heat in Karachi on Saturday, offering much-needed relief to residents across the city. Several areas received light to moderate showers, easing the hot and humid conditions that had gripped the city for days. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), more rain […]

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9 d. ago GLOF alert issued as early monsoon sets in, flash floods expected

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued multiple alerts across Pakistan, warning of potential Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF), flash floods, landslides, and heavy rainfall in both northern and southern regions over the next 24 hours. The warning comes as a combination of high temperatures, intensified monsoon currents, and a westerly wave increases […]

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9 d. ago NDMA issues alert for possible glacial lake outburst floods in northern areas

ISLAMABAD – The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a high alert for the northern regions of Pakistan due to the risk of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs). This alert comes amid rising temperatures, ongoing monsoon rains, and a western weather system that could trigger the bursting of glacial lakes. According to NDMA, areas […]

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1 week ago Heavy monsoon rains expected across Pakistan from june 25; flood and landslide alerts issued

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning for heavy monsoon rains starting from June 25, earlier than usual, with risks of floods and landslides across the country. The monsoon season typically begins in July but has arrived about a week early this year, prompting authorities to alert residents and officials. PMD Chief Meteorologist Zaheer […]

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2 w. ago Scorching heatwave alert: hot and dry weather to dominate across Pakistan, warns PMD

  The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a warning for hot and dry weather across most parts of the country starting Wednesday. Severe heat is expected during the daytime, especially in the plain areas. According to the Met Office, this hot weather pattern will continue from June 18 to June 21. Citizens, particularly children, […]

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