PDMA warns of urban flooding as Punjab braces for more rain starting today

The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued an alert for monsoon rains expected across the province from today until 12 August.

According to a PDMA spokesperson, thunderstorms accompanied by rain are likely in several southern Punjab districts, including Lahore, Gujranwala, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Multan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Sahiwal, and Gujrat Divisions.

In response to the anticipated weather conditions, the PDMA has directed relevant provincial administrations to remain on high alert.

PDMA Director General Irfan Khatia highlighted that all concerned departments, including commissioners, deputy commissioners, WASA, the irrigation department, Rescue 1122, and civil defence, have been instructed to finalise precautionary measures, particularly in light of the risk of urban flooding.

The PDMA control room is monitoring the situation around the clock, and citizens have been urged to follow government guidelines to ensure safety.

The public is advised to stay in secure locations, particularly avoiding old buildings, electric poles, and areas prone to lightning during thunderstorms.