Web Desk; The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert over a possible flood situation during the next two to three days, warning of heavy rain across the upper parts of the country.
Heavy rain is forecast over the next 72 hours in Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the NDMA said.
The rain may increase water flows in rivers, streams and seasonal torrents, while mountain areas face the risk of landslides and flash floods. Relevant departments have been directed to remain on high alert.
Flash floods are feared in Gilgit, Diamer, Ghizer, Hunza, Astore, Skardu and Shigar in Gilgit-Baltistan.
In upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Chitral, Dir, Swat, Bajaur, Shangla and Kohistan are also at risk of flooding.
The NDMA warned of possible water accumulation in low-lying areas of Nowshera, Peshawar, Swabi and Mardan.
Water flows may rise in the Indus, Kabul, Swat, Panjkora, Kurram, Tochi, Jhelum, Chenab and Ravi rivers.
Islamabad and Rawalpindi may also face heavy rain, with a risk of flooding in Nullah Lai. Authorities in low-lying areas around the watercourse have been told to remain alert.
The warning highlights only the tip of the iceberg, as several areas remain exposed to the effects of heavy rainfall over the coming days.
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