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Winter Rain Soaks Twin Cities, Bringing Relief and Slush
13 Nov
Summary
- First winter rain has arrived in Rawalpindi and Islamabad.
- The precipitation brought a much-needed respite from dust and flu.
- Construction work created muddy conditions in downtown areas.
Rawalpindi and Islamabad experienced their first winter rainfall on Thursday evening, accompanied by a noticeable drop in temperature. This precipitation has brought relief by settling dust, which doctors noted had contributed to an increase in cold and flu cases. The rain is also beneficial for wheat cultivation in the arid agricultural areas of the Potohar region.
However, the arrival of the rain has created challenges. Low-lying areas and sites of ongoing road construction in downtown districts have become muddy and difficult to navigate. The Met Office forecasts that a westerly wave will continue to affect the upper and central parts of the country for the next 36 hours, with more rain and possible snowfall over mountains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, and the Potohar Region.
Authorities are warning tourists in hilly areas like Murree and Galiyat about potential landslides and slippery roads due to the rainfall and snow. The Met Office recorded varying amounts of rain across different locations in the twin cities. Temperatures are expected to decrease further in the upcoming days as a result of this weather system.
