Multan hit by 145mm downpour, shattering 48-year rainfall record

WASA officials report that the previous record for Multan was set in 1976, with 134.5mm of rainfall

Multan and its surrounding areas on Tuesday experienced a record-breaking 145mm of rainfall, breaking a 48-year record, according to Express News.

The city was hit by intense storms, accompanied by strong winds and severe thunder and lightning, resulting in the highest recorded rainfall since 1976.

According to a statement released by the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA), dark clouds covered the city and surrounding areas on Tuesday afternoon, turning day into night before unleashing a heavy downpour.

The most significant rainfall was recorded in areas such as Chungi No. 9, Rasheedabad, Chowk Kumharanwala, Mati Tal, Northern Bypass Khanewal Road, Bosan Road, MDA Chowk, Old Shujaabad Road, Qasim Bela, and Cantt.

WASA officials reported that the previous record for Multan was set in 1976, with 134.5mm of rainfall. However, on Tuesday, the rainfall reached 147mm at the Chungi No. 9 Disposal Station, breaking the nearly five-decade-old record.

Rainfall continued intermittently throughout the night, ranging from heavy to light showers. According to the Meteorological Department, the airport and surrounding areas received 83mm of rain.

The department has predicted further rain in various locations over the next two days, with temperatures in Multan reaching a maximum of 33.2°C on Tuesday.