Rain intensifies cold in Punjab, PMD forecasts more showers and hail
Heavy rainfall and a westerly weather system have caused temperatures to drop across Punjab and Islamabad, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasting further showers and potential hailstorms. Authorities have warned of cold conditions in northern regions while other parts of the country remain dry.
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Weather shifts impact local agriculture, infrastructure, and public health, necessitating accurate forecasting for regional safety.
Rainfall in several parts of Punjab, following showers in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, has intensified the cold weather, while the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast further rain and possible hailstorms in Islamabad and other northern parts of the country.
According to the Met Office, heavy rain lashed Narowal, Shakargarh, Kartarpur, Noorkot and adjoining areas, resulting in a noticeable drop in temperatures.
Meanwhile, overcast conditions prevailed in Islamabad from the morning, with light rain reported in parts of the federal capital.
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