NDMA Warns of Severe Weather in Punjab, Islamabad
— April 18, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) The National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued a weather advisory warning of potentially severe weather conditions likely to impact parts of Punjab and Islamabad within the next 12 hours.
According to the advisory, a westerly disturbance is expected to trigger unstable weather in several regions, bringing heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, windstorms, and isolated hailstorms.
The NDMA has advised tourists and travellers to stay informed by monitoring the latest weather updates. People planning to travel have been urged to check road conditions in advance and to avoid unnecessary movement during periods of heavy rain.
Those living in or visiting landslide-prone areas are advised to exercise caution and to strictly follow safety instructions issued by local authorities.
The NDMA also encouraged the public to use the “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert App” to receive real-time weather alerts before travelling.