Heavy stormy rains have hit different parts of Pakistan, triggering flood-like conditions in many areas. The recent spell of heavy rainfall, accompanied by strong winds, thunderstorms, and hail, has caused widespread disruption across several provinces.
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), continuous rains since late March have led to at least 32 deaths and many injuries. Roof collapses and wall failures have been the main reasons for casualties. Over 100 houses were damaged or destroyed in districts like Bannu, Peshawar, Nowshera, and Abbottabad. Rescue teams have saved dozens of people trapped in flooded areas. Urban flooding has affected low-lying neighbourhoods in Peshawar and nearby cities.
Balochistan also faced severe weather. Heavy downpours in more than 30 districts, including Quetta, Khuzdar, Lasbela, and Zhob, created flash flood situations. At least 12 people have died in the province in recent weeks due to rain-related incidents. Low-lying areas turned into water pools, disrupting daily life and damaging roads.
Karachi and other parts of Sindh saw intense showers with strong winds. The city recorded its highest-ever April rainfall in a single day, causing urban flooding on major roads and power outages. Several deaths were reported from electrocution and building collapses.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned of more heavy rains, windstorms, and possible hail from April 5 to 9. Urban flooding is expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Gujranwala, Sialkot, and parts of KP. Flash floods and landslides remain a risk in hilly areas of KP, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Kashmir.
Authorities have issued alerts and started rescue operations. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) advised people to stay away from nullahs and low-lying zones.
Officials urged citizens to take precautions as the stormy weather continues to affect large parts of the country. This unseasonal rain has brought challenges but also relief from dry weather in some regions.
