Heavy rainfall warnings have gripped Punjab, with the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) and Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasting torrential downpours from August 5 to August 7, 2025. Cities like Lahore, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, and Islamabad face the threat of urban flooding, while rivers Chenab and Jhelum could see moderate to high-level flooding. The news has sparked fear among residents already weary from a monsoon season that has claimed 163 lives and injured 579 across the province.
PDMA Issued Heavy Rainfall Warnings
The PDMA has placed emergency centers on high alert, with Director General Irfan Ali Kathia urging vigilance in vulnerable areas like Murree, where landslides loom as a constant danger. “We’re monitoring round-the-clock to save lives,” Kathia said, where locals express anxiety over potential road closures and waterlogged streets. The human toll is heavy—families mourn loved ones lost to collapsing structures and drowning incidents this season.
Public’s Concerns
Growing concern, with residents in low-lying areas like Faisalabad and Sialkot sharing pleas for evacuation support. The PDMA has activated its helpline (1129) and deployed teams to manage water accumulation in cities. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has promised immediate aid for affected families, but for many, the fear of losing homes and livelihoods overshadows these assurances.
The heavy rainfall has also pushed Tarbela Dam to 91% capacity and Mangla Dam to 60%, raising concerns about potential overflows. “Keep children away from storm drains,” the PDMA warned, highlighting the heartbreak of preventable tragedies. Social media reflects a mix of frustration and resilience, with users urging neighbors to stay safe and share updates on local conditions.
What’s Next
As Punjab braces for what could be the season’s fiercest deluge, the region holds its breath. The heavy rainfall threatens to test the limits of infrastructure and community spirit, leaving authorities and citizens alike scrambling to protect what matters most in the face of nature’s fury.
Published in SouthAsianDesk, August 5th, 2025
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