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Heavy rain warning raises flood risk in low-lying areas

• Medium to high flows expected in nullahs linked to Jhelum, Chenab and Ravi • Authorities on high alert as NDMA reviews flood preparedness LAHORE: While rising river flows have pushed Tarbela Dam near its maximum capacity, the Met Office has warned of urban flooding and inundation in low-lying areas of several cities as heavy monsoon rains are expected on Tuesday (today). According to the Flood…

Heavy rain warning raises flood risk in low-lying areas

Heavy rain warning has been issued, raising the risk of flooding in low-lying areas across several cities in Pakistan. Medium to high flows are expected in nullahs linked to the Jhelum, Chenab, and Ravi rivers, while flash floods are also likely in hill torrents and streams across various regions, including Kashmir, Murree, Galiyat, northeastern Punjab, Islamabad, the Potohar region, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Dera Ghazi Khan.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has urged all relevant authorities to remain alert and take precautionary measures to handle possible rain-related emergencies.

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