A fresh spell of monsoon rains swept across parts of Punjab and Islamabad on Tuesday, bringing much-needed relief from the heat while prompting weather authorities to issue warnings over the risk of urban flooding and landslides. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), widespread rain accompanied by thunderstorms is expected to continue over the coming...
The federal government has unveiled a nationwide monsoon preparedness plan aimed at improving disaster response and minimizing the impact of heavy rains and flooding during the ongoing monsoon season. Speaking at a high-level meeting, Climate Change and Environmental Coordination Minister Musadik Malik stressed that effective disaster management depends on preparedness, coordination, and timely action rather...
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to strengthen coordination with provincial governments and disaster management authorities to ensure a swift and effective response to emergencies during the ongoing monsoon season. The directive came during a meeting with NDMA Chairman Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik, where the country’s preparedness for...