Lahore and multiple cities across Punjab are facing severe disruptions as continuous rainfall inundates low-lying areas and triggers power outages. The Meteorological Department warns that the current weather spell will last until July 17, prolonging the crisis. While the rain has brought temporary relief from humidity in Lahore, with temperatures between 27°C and 33°C, other regions like Dera Ghazi Khan, Kamalia, and Taunsa are grappling with flooded streets and damaged infrastructure. In Kamalia, major roads near courts and commercial areas are underwater, and electricity failures have worsened the situation.
Over 20 villages in eastern Taunsa have been submerged, forcing families to flee for safety. Many residents remain reluctant to leave despite official warnings, as floodwaters isolate entire communities, trapping people and livestock. Local administrations claim emergency measures are in place, but ground access remains cut off in several areas, hampering rescue efforts.
The Met Office has forecasted rain in multiple KP districts, including Peshawar, Swat, and Dir, with warnings of flash floods and landslides in mountainous regions like Chitral and Shangla. Authorities have urged residents in vulnerable zones to remain vigilant as sudden water surges could prove deadly.
While Punjab and KP battle floods, Sindh and Balochistan continue to endure scorching temperatures. Limited rainfall is expected in Umerkot and Sukkur, but most areas will stay hot and humid. The contrasting weather patterns highlight Pakistan’s climate challenges, where extreme rain and heat coexist, straining disaster response systems.