Torrential downpours and potential flash floods are forecast for upper and central Pakistan from August 23rd to 27th, prompting warnings from the National Weather Forecasting Centre. Strong monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are expected to converge with a westerly wave, creating conditions ripe for widespread heavy rainfall, occasionally very heavy, across the country.

Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan are expected to bear the brunt of the deluge, with forecasts predicting heavy to very heavy downpours from August 23rd to 27th. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is also predicted to experience widespread heavy rainfall for a similar duration, increasing the risk of flash floods in several districts.

Punjab and Islamabad are braced for widespread heavy to very heavy showers from August 23rd to 27th, with sporadic rainfall anticipated in southern Punjab districts. Sindh’s southeastern regions can expect precipitation from August 23rd evening until the 26th, while parts of Balochistan will experience similar conditions.

The Meteorological Office warns of a significant flash flood threat in numerous areas, including Chitral, Dir, Swat, and several districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, as well as Murree, Galliyat, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, northeast Punjab, Kashmir, and the hill torrents of D.G. Khan. Urban flooding is also a concern in low-lying areas of major cities, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Peshawar.

Landslides and mudslides are predicted in vulnerable mountainous regions, potentially causing road closures. The Meteorological Department also cautions about potential damage to infrastructure due to heavy precipitation, strong winds, and lightning strikes. The agency advises the public, travelers, and vacationers to stay informed about weather updates and avoid unnecessary travel to at-risk zones.