NEOC issues weather alert as strong system approaches Pakistan

May 26, 2025 (MLN): National Emergencies Operation Center (NEOC), NDMA, has issued an impact-based weather alert.

Strong western weather systems are expected to impact various parts of Pakistan from May 27 to June 1,  2025, bringing rain, thunderstorms, strong winds, and potential hailstorms.

Islamabad is expected to experience heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and strong winds, as per press release issued today.

In Punjab, severe weather is likely in Rawalpindi, Murree, Attock, Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Sahiwal, Okara, and Kasur.

In Southern Punjab, moderate rain and gusty winds may affect Multan, Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Layyah, Bhakkar, and Muzaffargarh from 27 to 29 May.

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), thunderstorms and strong winds are expected in Swat, Dir, Mansehra, Abbottabad, Kohistan, Chitral, Shangla, Buner, Malakand, Peshawar, Mardan, Nowshera, Swabi, Charsadda, Hangu, D.I. Khan, Bannu, Lakki Marwat, and Waziristan from 27- 29 May.

In Balochistan, rain and thunderstorms may impact Quetta, Zhob, Barkhan, Khuzdar, Kalat, Lasbela, Mastung, Qila Saifullah, Qila Abdullah, and Awaran from 27 to 29 May.

In Gilgit-Baltistan & Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), heavy rainfall, hailstorms, and landslides may affect Diamer, Astore, Skardu, Gilgit, Hunza, Ghanche, Shigar, Neelum Valley, Muzaffarabad, Rawalakot, Poonch, Hattian, Bagh, Kotli, Bhimber, and Mirpur from 27 May  to 1st June.

In Sindh, hot and dry conditions will prevail with no significant rainfall forecast from 27 May to 29 May  .

NDMA urges all provincial and district authorities to ensure emergency preparedness, remain vigilant, and coordinate with local response units for timely action.

The Authority will continue to monitor the evolving situation and provide timely updates.

The NDMA advises the public to avoid unnecessary travel, especially in hilly and flood-prone areas, and to secure weak structures, trees, power lines, and solar panels while parking vehicles in secure and covered locations.

Farmers should take precautions to protect standing crops from potential hailstorms and gusty winds, and travelers and tourists are urged to exercise caution during outdoor and mountain excursions.

To stay informed about the latest weather updates before traveling, download and use the "Pak NDMA Alert App."

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