Rain Lashes Karachi, Other Cities: NDMA Alert Till Sept 17

Rain brings relief to Karachi, Hyderabad, and other cities as NDMA warns of more heavy showers and flooding risk through September 17. Several parts of Pakistan received rainfall on Tuesday, with Karachi and Hyderabad experiencing heavy downpours that brought pleasant relief from the previous weather conditions. Thunderstorms also hit Kharian, Lalamusa, Wazirabad, and Peshawar, while parts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir saw intermittent rain. More Rain on the Way The National Disaster Management Authority has forecast further heavy rainfall across various parts of the country, extending its weather alert until September 17. Several districts of Punjab and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are expected to receive heavy showers during this period. The Flip Side of the Rain While the rain has brought welcome relief from hot conditions, NDMA cautioned that the anticipated rainfall may cause water accumulation in low-lying areas and trigger flooding in rivers, streams, and seasonal waterways. Authorities on Standby NDMA has advised relevant departments to remain alert and take precautionary measures to deal with any possible weather-related incidents as the rain spell continues. The Bottom Line Pleasant showers today, but NDMA's alert through September 17 signals this rain spell isn't finished — residents in Punjab and upper KP in particular should stay tuned to updates as the week unfolds.