ISLAMABAD (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 29 March, 2026) The National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned the public to remain alert, warning that thunderstorms and snowfall are likely to hit various parts of the country in the next 12 to 24 hours.
According to the alert, a westerly weather system is scheduled to sweep through much of the country within the next 12 to 24 hours, bringing strong winds, dust storms and additional rain.
Snowfall is also expected in the next 12 to 24 hours in the upper and mountainous areas of Gilgit-Baltistan. Azad KashmirAnd Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Rain is likely accompanied by thunderstorms, strong winds and dust storms in parts of Balochistan, Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the possibility of hailstorms in isolated places.
Rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds are expected in Islamabad and several cities in Punjab during the next 12 to 24 hours, including Murree. RawalpindiAttock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Gujar Khan, Gujarat, GujranwalaHafizabad, Sialkot, Mandi Bahauddin, and Lahore.
Rain is also likely in Khushab, Sargodha and Jhang. FaisalabadKasur, Okara, BahawalpurBorwala, Multan, Dera Ismail KhanNarwhal, Chiniot, Nankana Sahib, Pakpatan, and Sahiwal.
Rain, thunderstorms and strong winds are expected in the upper and southern parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during the next 12 to 24 hours.
Cities including Chitral, Dir, SwatKalam, Mingora, Batagram, PeshawarMansoura, AbbottabadHaripur, Swabi, Nowshera, Mardancharsada, KohatKarak, BanoLaki Marwat is also likely to receive rain with gusty winds.
Rains are also expected in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Jammu and Kashmir, including Skardu, Hunza, Gilgit, Astur, Diamer, Ganesh, Nagar, Ghizer, Kharmang, Shigar, Muzaffarabad, Bagh, Rawalakot, Haveli, Poonch, Kotli, Mirpur, Bhimber and Neelum Valley.
Rain is expected in several cities in Balochistan in the next 12 to 24 hours QuettaJob, Ziarat, Qila Saifullah, Pishin, Shaman, Kohlu, Duki, and Harnai.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) warned that strong winds, lightning and snowstorms across the country could damage weak structures, trees and power lines.
She added that rain may make roads slippery and disrupt traffic, and snowfall may also affect mountainous areas He travelsPassengers were advised to exercise caution.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) warned that continued rainfall in mountainous areas may increase the risk of landslides. Citizens were urged to avoid unnecessary travel, be careful while driving, and carefully follow official weather warnings.
Authorities also advised the public to stay away from trees, weak structures and structures during strong winds and storms. Tourists and travelers planning trips to the northern regions have been instructed to check weather and road conditions in advance.
The NDMA encouraged citizens to stay updated through the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert app. Provincial and district administrations were directed to be cautious and take all necessary measures to deal with the expected weather condition.