NDMA warns of urban flooding in major cities across country

National Emergencies Operation Center has anticipated that more monsoon rains predicted from tonight till tomorrow with occasional gaps. In a press release today, the NDMA warned that heavy downpour may cause urban flooding in low lying areas of Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Nowshera and Peshawar. It advised public to stay informed by keeping track of weather updates and alerts. NDMA has launched the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert application, available on Google Play Store and iOS App Store, to provide timely alerts, advisories, and guidelines to the public. Residents of these areas have been advised to remain vigilant and follow guidance from local authorities. The NDMA has issued instructions to all relevant departments to take necessary precautions to mitigate the possible effects of flooding and extreme weather. Source: Radio Pakistan