The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Sunday issued a flood and landslide alert ahead of a fresh spell of monsoon rains expected to affect large parts of the country from July 10 to 13, advising residents and tourists to avoid unnecessary travel to mountainous areas and follow safety instructions.
Through special awareness messages and coordination with media channels, NDMA officials urged the public to remain alert and take precautionary measures during the ongoing monsoon spell. The National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) of NDMA warned of possible flash floods, landslides and overflowing streams in northern regions due to expected heavy rainfall.
The NDMA stated that northern areas would remain at risk of landslides from July 11 to 13, while flood threats in high-altitude regions of Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Azad Kashmir could persist from July 10 to 14. The authority cautioned that rising temperatures along with heavy rainfall may accelerate glacial melting, increasing the possibility of debris flows, flash floods and overflowing water channels.
The authority identified several vulnerable locations, including parts of Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Kashmir, Murree, Mansehra and Abbottabad. It also highlighted risks along the Karakoram Highway, Jaglot-Skardu Road, Hunza-Gojal Road, as well as areas such as Ghizer, Naltar, Bagrote and Haramosh due to possible landslides and rockfalls.
Meanwhile, the Meteorological Department has forecast strong winds, thunderstorms and heavy rainfall in parts of Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab. Most districts of Punjab are also expected to receive intermittent rainfall on Saturday, bringing a slight drop in temperatures, while humid conditions may continue.
The PDMA has also alerted risky district administrations to remain prepared and adopt precautionary measures against possible rain-related incidents. WASA has also mobilized teams across Lahore for timely drainage of rainwater from low-lying areas. Authorities warned that intense rainfall could lead to urban flooding, rising water levels in rivers and streams, and landslides in mountainous regions.
Amid intensifying monsoon activity, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Sunday cautioned citizens about potential landslides in northern regions and flash floods in mountainous areas, advising communities to follow safety guidelines and remain vigilant.
According to the NDMA officials, awareness message campaigns and advisories are being issued through media channels to inform the public about potential monsoon hazards.
They said vulnerable communities should remain alert and follow precautionary measures during the ongoing weather spell.
The NDMA officials stated that Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir are particularly vulnerable to flooding and landslides due to heavy rainfall in the current monsoon period.
They urged residents and tourists in risk-prone areas to stay updated through official advisories and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather conditions.
NDMA spokesperson Zahra Hassan said the authority has finalized preparations and response plans to effectively manage any emergency situation during the ongoing monsoon season.
She said all relevant departments are being engaged to ensure timely coordination, monitoring, and response in case of rain-related incidents.
She said an Emergency Response Committee has been formed to oversee preparedness measures and facilitate a rapid, coordinated response, adding, NDMA is maintaining close coordination with Provincial Disaster Management Authorities (PDMAs) and other concerned institutions to enhance readiness at all levels.
Official stated that NDMA teams will visit different provinces to coordinate with local administrations, assess preparedness arrangements, and provide necessary support.
She said comprehensive disaster mapping, risk assessments and resource evaluations have been completed, while emergency stocks have been placed at provincial levels to ensure immediate availability during any crisis.
She further emphasized that NDMA is closely monitoring the evolving weather situation and continues to strengthen its response mechanism through advance planning, inter-agency coordination and public awareness measures to minimize risks during the monsoon season.