The PMD alerted that strong winds, dust-thunderstorms, lightning, hailstorms, and heavy rainfall may cause significant damage to loose structures such as electric poles, trees, vehicles, and solar panels.
According to the PMD, moist currents are continuously penetrating the upper and central parts of Pakistan, increasing the likelihood of stormy weather. A shallow westerly wave is also influencing these regions, further intensifying the unstable atmospheric conditions.
On Saturday, most areas of the country are expected to experience hot and dry weather, but isolated rain-duststorms and thundershowers are predicted in parts of Punjab, Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Gilgit-Baltistan. The Met Office has also warned of isolated heavy rainfall and hailstorms in upper and central Punjab, which could lead to sudden disruptions and hazards.
The situation on Sunday remains similar. While hot and dry weather will dominate much of the country, scattered rain-duststorms and thunderstorms are expected in Kashmir, Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad, the Potohar region, Northeast Punjab, and parts of Northeast Balochistan. The PMD warns that heavy downpours and hail could again strike isolated pockets during this time, particularly in elevated or exposed regions.
The public is advised to remain alert and take precautionary measures, especially in areas prone to falling trees, power outages, and water-logging. Local authorities and emergency response teams may face increased activity due to fallen infrastructure and blocked roads.
This weather advisory signals a serious alert, especially for urban centers and rural setups where trees, power lines, and solar panels are often left unsecured. With a sharp rise in extreme weather patterns due to climate change, such short-term atmospheric disturbances are becoming more frequent and destructive.
Citizens, particularly in vulnerable regions, should monitor updates from local authorities and avoid unnecessary travel during active storm periods. The government’s ability to respond to weather-induced emergencies will be critical in the coming days.
