Mangala Dam has reached 84% capacity
ISLAMABAD: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued a weather advisory predicting light and heavy rains in different cities of Punjab from the first week of August.
The latest forecasts by the PDMA indicate that throughout the month of August, several upper cities, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Murree, Sahiwal, and Sialkot, are expected to experience rainfall.
Recent rainfall in the region has provided some relief to water reservoirs. The Mangala Dam has reached 84% of its capacity, while the Tarbela Dam is currently holding at 85%.
The PDMA spokesperson issued a warning, stating that over the next 24 hours, there is a possibility of rain in Rawalpindi, Multan, DG Khan, Bahawalpur, Gujranwala, Sargodha, Faisalabad, and Sialkot.
Furthermore, officials warned of the potential risk of flooding in the Jhelum River near Mangala between August 4 and 6. They urged residents living near the riverbanks to take necessary precautions
In contrast, the river Sutlej witnessed an increase in water flow and level. Consequently, exerted immense pressure on the Saldira dam of Pakpattan and the Kale Chishtian barrage, causing them to break.
Tragically, this incident led to the destruction of thousands of hectares of crops, impacting around 50 communities.
Amid rising water levels, rescue teams are actively engaged in extricating individuals trapped in the floodwaters.
Persistent Heavy Rain Breaks Humidity; Low-Lying Areas And Crops Inundated
Meanwhile, the chief meteorologist forecasts a fresh spell of monsoon rains starting from August 1, which may lead to urban flooding.
However, the recent rain has caused a dip in the mercury level and humidity.
In Lahore, the temperature has decreased 11 degrees, and heavy downpour is expected in the next 24 to 48 hours.
