The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an alert warning of rain and snowfall across the province. The warning covers hilly and lowland areas from January 26 to 27. Authorities have placed all relevant departments on 24-hour alert to manage emergencies. Most districts, including Lahore, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Multan, Faisalabad, Dera Ghazi Khan, and […]
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Heavy snowfall paralyzes Northern Pakistan regions
Northern Pakistan is experiencing severe disruption as heavy snowfall continues to hit Murree, Tirah, Chilas, Quetta, and surrounding areas, leaving roads blocked and hundreds of tourists and residents stranded. Rescue and relief operations are underway to assist affected communities and ensure safety. Commissioner Rawalpindi Division, Amir Khattak, visited multiple snow-hit areas in Murree, including Chatta […]
Heavy snow, thunderstorms grip Pakistan
A fresh winter system continues to affect Pakistan, bringing heavy snowfall, rain, thunderstorms, and extreme cold. Northern areas like Murree and Galiyat face heavy snow, while Balochistan and Sindh experience freezing temperatures. Authorities have warned that worsening conditions may increase travel and safety risks. Murree has recorded up to four feet of snow, prompting the […]
Travel advisory issued as Murree receives early snowfall
RAWALPINDI: The twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad experienced light rain on Thursday evening, lowering temperatures to 3°C and causing slushy conditions on the roads. Meanwhile, the hill station of Murree received snowfall late Thursday, prompting authorities to issue a travel advisory for tourists and residents. Read More: High-altitude areas at risk: NDMA issues urgent travel […]
Pakistan braces for rain, snow from Jan 20
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall across several parts of the country. A system of westerly winds entered Pakistan and will continue until January 19, intensifying from January 20. Authorities have warned citizens to stay cautious, especially in hilly and low-lying areas prone to slippery roads. Intermittent rain with gusty […]
Snowfall, rain intensify winter chill in Murree, twin cities
Snowfall in Murree and widespread rain in Rawalpindi and Islamabad caused a noticeable drop in temperatures on Thursday, intensifying the winter chill across the region. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast a further decline in temperatures in the coming days. Murree recorded around four inches of snowfall, while weather conditions are expected to improve […]
Govt closes all roads to murree, bans tourists
ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed said that the federal government took a decision to close all roads to Murree to restrict the inflow of tourists. Sheikh Rasheed Ahmed said that the decision for the closure of roads to Murree was taken in view of the heavy inflow of tourists who are rushing to the […]