LAHORE : After a brief hiatus, the fourth spell of monsoon rains is about to begin in Punjab, with rainfall expected in various districts of the province starting today, including Lahore.According to a spokesperson for the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), this spell of monsoon rains is expected to continue until July 25 and will be more intense compared to previous rains.
The PDMA has forecast heavy rainfall in Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Mandi Bahauddin, Hafizabad, Gujrat, Jhelum, and Gujranwala. Rain is also expected in Lahore, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Narowal, Toba Tek Singh, Jhang, Sargodha, and Mianwali.Rainfall is also likely in southern Punjab, including Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, and Multan.
The PDMA has warned that the monsoon rains could cause a significant rise in water flow in the upper regions of Punjab’s rivers, increasing the risk of flooding.DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has issued a flood alert for Punjab’s rivers and streams. He stated that there is concern about increased water flow in the Ravi, Jhelum, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers. Furthermore, the Indus River at Taunsa is already experiencing moderate flooding, with the water flow reaching 420,000 cusecs, while low-level flooding continues at Tarbela, Kalabagh, and Chashma.
Following the instructions of the Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the DG PDMA has placed the entire provincial administration on alert. He instructed all deputy commissioners to remain in the field and enforce Section 144 strictly around rivers and streams.
Additionally, PDMA has directed all relevant departments, including WASA, rescue services, and district administrations, to stay on alert. Immediate arrangements have been ordered for drainage in low-lying areas.The DG PDMA emphasised the need to deploy machinery and personnel at all choke points, ensure that all disposal stations remain operational, and provide generator backups to ensure immediate action in case of emergencies.
The PDMA has also appealed to the public to take precautionary measures during the monsoon rains and avoid flood-prone areas.
Fourth spell of monsoon to begin today amid flood alert
Published: July 21, 2025 | Updated 1 day ago
Fourth spell of monsoon to begin today amid flood alert
Published: July 21, 2025 | Updated 1 day ago
LAHORE : After a brief hiatus, the fourth spell of monsoon rains is about to begin in Punjab, with rainfall expected in various districts of the province starting today, including Lahore.According to a spokesperson for the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), this spell of monsoon rains is expected to continue until July 25 and will be more intense compared to previous rains.
The PDMA has forecast heavy rainfall in Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Mandi Bahauddin, Hafizabad, Gujrat, Jhelum, and Gujranwala. Rain is also expected in Lahore, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Narowal, Toba Tek Singh, Jhang, Sargodha, and Mianwali.Rainfall is also likely in southern Punjab, including Dera Ghazi Khan, Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, and Multan.
The PDMA has warned that the monsoon rains could cause a significant rise in water flow in the upper regions of Punjab’s rivers, increasing the risk of flooding.DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has issued a flood alert for Punjab’s rivers and streams. He stated that there is concern about increased water flow in the Ravi, Jhelum, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers. Furthermore, the Indus River at Taunsa is already experiencing moderate flooding, with the water flow reaching 420,000 cusecs, while low-level flooding continues at Tarbela, Kalabagh, and Chashma.
Following the instructions of the Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the DG PDMA has placed the entire provincial administration on alert. He instructed all deputy commissioners to remain in the field and enforce Section 144 strictly around rivers and streams.
Additionally, PDMA has directed all relevant departments, including WASA, rescue services, and district administrations, to stay on alert. Immediate arrangements have been ordered for drainage in low-lying areas.The DG PDMA emphasised the need to deploy machinery and personnel at all choke points, ensure that all disposal stations remain operational, and provide generator backups to ensure immediate action in case of emergencies.
The PDMA has also appealed to the public to take precautionary measures during the monsoon rains and avoid flood-prone areas.