What caused landslides and traffic issues in Murree?

Sixteen hours of continuous rain triggered land sliding at multiple points in Murree, leading to road blockages.

What are the weather predictions for the twin cities and surrounding areas?

More rain-windstorm/thunderstorm is expected in upper Punjab, Islamabad, and Kashmir, with potential for flash floods and landslides.

Which cities are expected to experience urban flooding?

Urban flooding is anticipated in cities such as Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, and Sialkot on April 8th.

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Twin Cities Drenched: Landslides, Floods Threaten Areas

8 Apr

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Summary

Continuous rain caused landslides in Murree, blocking roads.
Low-lying areas in Rawalpindi faced water accumulation.
Met Office predicts more rain, potential flash floods, and landslides.

Continuous rainfall lasting sixteen hours has significantly impacted Pakistan's twin cities, lowering the temperature to 14 degrees Celsius. In Murree, the heavy downpour triggered land sliding at multiple points, including Kashmir Road and along the Murree Improvement Trust, causing road blockages and necessitating emergency response efforts. Fortunately, no casualties were reported from these incidents.

Residents in Rawalpindi's low-lying areas were busy managing water accumulation in their homes. Significant traffic congestion occurred due to road conditions and ongoing construction work in several key areas. Road repairs remain incomplete on alternate routes, exacerbating traffic issues. The Met Office recorded substantial rainfall across Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with forecasts indicating a strong westerly wave persisting until April 9th.