ISLAMABAD (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 25 March 2026) The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned of thunderstorms and rainfall across the country in the next 12 to 24 hours.
According to the warning, westerly winds coming from the southwestern belt of Balochistan are likely to affect most areas, bringing rain accompanied by strong winds and dramatic storms.
The National Disaster Management Authority warned of the risk of urban flooding in low-lying areas of Islamabad. RawalpindiAttock and Chakwal amid incessant rain.
Residents of vulnerable areas were advised to remain alert and take precautionary measures to minimize potential damage.
Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are expected over the next 12 to 24 hours in Islamabad and several cities in Punjab, including Murree, Rawalpindi, Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Gujrat, Sialkot, LahoreMianwali and Mandi Bahauddin.
According to forecasts, rain is also likely in Khushab and Sargodha. GujranwalaHafeezabad, FaisalabadKasur, Okara, Narwhal, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, Bahawalpur, SahiwalBahawalnagar and Rahim Yar Khan.
Rain, accompanied by thunderstorms, dust storms and strong winds, is expected in various parts of Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the possibility of hail rain in isolated places.
In view of the expected rainfall, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has already issued an alert for possible floods in several areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has predicted flash floods in Balochistan, especially in Turbat, Kish, Gwadar, Khuzdar, Jub and Lasbela.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, flood-like conditions are also expected Dera Ismail KhanBano, Parachinar, Peshawar, Mardan Swabi, prompting the authorities to advise on precautionary measures in areas at risk.
Snowfall is also expected in the upper and mountainous areas of Gilgit-Baltistan. Azad Kashmir and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa within the next 12 to 24 hours.
Rains with thunderstorms and strong winds are also likely in different areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during this period.
Rain and thunderstorms are expected in Chitral and Dir. SwatShangla, Kohistan, Mansehra, Abbottabad And Haripur.
Dust storms, strong winds and rain are also likely in Swabi, Charsadda, Mardan and Nowshera, KohatKarak, Bano And Dera Ismail Khan.
Rain is expected in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir, including Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Astur, Diamer, Ghazr, Muzaffarabad, Bagh, Rawalakot, Haveli and Neelum Valley.
In Balochistan, rain is also expected in the next 12 to 24 hours QuettaJob, Ziarat, Kalat, Saifullah Qala, Abdullah Qala, Pishin, Barkhan, Sibi, Dera Bugti, Khuzdar, Awaran, Ashok, Panjjor, Turbat, Gwadar and Lasbela.
Rain and thunderstorms are expected during the next 12 to 24 hours in Sindh cities including Kashmore, Jacobabad, SocorShahdadkot, Khairpur and Larkana.
The National Disaster Management Authority warned that strong winds, lightning and snowstorms across the country could damage weak structures, trees and power lines. Rainfall may make roads slippery and disrupt traffic flow, while snowfall in mountainous areas is likely to impact travel.
Continuous rainfall in mountainous areas may increase the risk of landslides. Citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary items He travelsDrive carefully and adhere to official weather warnings. During strong winds and storms, the public is urged to stay away from trees, structures and fragile structures.
Tourists and travelers heading to the northern regions have been warned to check weather and road conditions in advance. The NDMA encouraged citizens to get timely updates through its official mobile “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” application.
At the same time, the authority directed all district and district administrations to remain on high alert and take necessary measures to deal with the expected weather situation.