Rain, Windstorms, and Hail Forecast Across Pakistan
- Abeera Marium Siddiqui
- May 27, 2025
- 4:30 pm
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A fresh Pakistan weather alert has been issued as the country braces for storms, heavy rain, and hail. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) and National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC) have confirmed a strong western system is expected to enter the region between May 27 and June 1, 2025.
Storms to Hit Several Regions
From May 27, warm moist winds will enter northern and central Pakistan. These winds, mixed with a westerly wave, will lead to rain, windstorms, hailstorms, and lightning in many areas.
According to the Pakistan weather alert, the storm will affect Islamabad, Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), and parts of Balochistan. Southern Punjab will also experience bad weather during this period.
Punjab to See Intense Weather
In Punjab, cities like Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Mianwali, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Okara, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Gujrat, and Narowal can expect rain with strong winds and hailstorms. These conditions may continue till May 31.
Southern districts including Multan, Bahawalpur, Rajanpur, Bhakkar, Layyah, Dera Ghazi Khan, Sahiwal, Pakpattan, and Vehari may also face moderate rain and fast winds.
KP and Balochistan Brace for Rain and Wind
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar, Swat, Mardan, Chitral, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kohistan, and Waziristan are likely to experience rain and strong winds from May 27 to May 29.
Balochistan is also on alert. Cities like Quetta, Zhob, Barkhan, Kalat, Lasbela, Khuzdar, and Mastung may receive rain and thunderstorms until May 30.
AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan to Get Heavy Rain
According to the Pakistan weather alert, the upper mountain regions may face landslides due to heavy rain and hailstorms. Affected areas include Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, and Shigar.
People living in these areas should take extra care and avoid travel during this time.
Emergency Plans in Action
Following recent storm-related deaths, emergency centers across Punjab are now active. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has directed local officials to stay alert.
Teams are on standby. Control rooms will operate 24/7 during the weather emergency.
The Pakistan weather alert also warned people to stay away from weak structures like trees, electric poles, and solar panels. Many people lost their lives in recent storms due to falling solar systems.
Warning About Solar Panels
The PDMA reported that 70% of storm-related deaths were linked to badly installed solar panels. In high winds, these panels broke free and caused injuries and damage.
Now, the PDMA is working with local governments to create safe installation standards. Survey teams will inspect current systems and guide future installations.
New safety rules include:
- Approved support structures
- Proper bolts and clamps
- Certified installations
- Routine checks
People are encouraged to report unsafe panels and help inspection teams in their area.
Government Responds to the Alert
On May 26, the Punjab cabinet committee held a meeting to review emergency plans. Health Minister Khawaja Salman Rafiq led the meeting and ordered clean-up of flood drains, especially Leh Nullah in Rawalpindi.
In Dera Ghazi Khan, surveys have started to check risks from hill torrents. Officials will inspect over 100,000 buildings before June 22.
The committee also approved a model study to stop riverbank erosion.
If you need help, call the PDMA helpline 1129. You can also use WhatsApp +923178371900 or call 042-9922135/6.
To stay updated, download the Pak NDMA Alert App. It gives real-time alerts, maps, and tips during emergencies.
