According to an official notification issued by the Deputy Commissioner, residents are advised to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary travel for their safety.
The decision follows heavy rainfall that has lashed both Rawalpindi and Islamabad, with a total of 129 millimeters recorded in the twin cities.
As a result of the downpour, the water level in Nullah Lai has risen significantly—reaching 16 feet at Katarian and 14 feet at Gawalmandi Bridge. Warning sirens have been activated in areas surrounding Nullah Lai.
Authorities, including Rescue 1122, WASA, and Civil Defense, have been placed on high alert. The Managing Director of WASA has also contacted the Pakistan Army’s 111 Brigade to assist in case of an emergency.
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A WASA spokesperson confirmed that preparations are underway for a possible deployment of army personnel if the situation worsens. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted further rainfall in the coming hours.
Rescue 1122 has been put on red alert. Residents in affected areas have been asked to shift to secure places by the district officer and vacate any structurally unsound buildings in anticipation of potential flooding.
Rainfall amounts hitherto are 53mm at Saidpur, 77mm at Golra, 95mm at Bokra, 67mm at Shamsabad, 105mm at Kachehri, 90mm at Pirwadhai and Gowalmandi, and 80mm at Katarian.
