PM Shehbaz issues directives as new high alert warns of storms from July 6

Updated: 4:07 PM PKT — July 2, 2026

The ongoing monsoon rains have reportedly caused widespread damage due to flash floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired an emergency meeting on climate change to address the weather crisis, where major decisions were announced, according to available reports.

Updated: 11:25 AM PKT — July 2, 2026

The ongoing monsoon rains have reportedly caused at least nine deaths across the country. The heavy downpours have also resulted in flash floods, which have washed away roads in multiple cities.

Updated: 6:13 AM PKT — July 2, 2026

In response to the severe flooding and destruction caused by the ongoing monsoon rains, the Prime Minister has chaired a meeting to review the situation.

Updated: 9:39 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

In preparation for the expected heavy rains, authorities in Gujranwala have staged a major flood rescue exercise.

Updated: 7:11 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

Heavy rains and lightning storms have begun across parts of Pakistan, including Islamabad, leading to widespread destruction. Available reports indicate that the severe weather has resulted in flood waves, with dozens of people reported dead and injured.

Updated: 5:53 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting on Wednesday to review monsoon preparedness, where he highlighted the risks associated with climate change. Separately, authorities have issued an advisory regarding the increased risk of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF) due to extreme heat.

Updated: 5:10 PM PKT — July 1, 2026

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued directives to relevant authorities regarding preparedness for the anticipated monsoon rains across the country.

Meanwhile, a new high alert has been issued for a period beginning July 6, warning of potential heavy rains, storms, and cloudbursts.

Updated: 1:15 AM PKT — July 1, 2026

Concerns have been raised over the potential economic impact of the expected heavy rains and flooding. In Karachi, specific warnings have been issued regarding the timing of the rainfall, associated flood risks, and the potential for damage in the city.

Updated: 11:00 PM PKT — June 30, 2026

An alert for landslides has been issued in addition to previous warnings for heavy rain and flooding, as the country prepares for the first spell of monsoon rains expected from July 1.

Updated: 10:26 PM PKT — June 30, 2026

An urban flooding alert has been issued for Lahore and other parts of Punjab as the province braces for the first spell of monsoon rains this week. The weather system is expected to bring relief from the ongoing hot and humid conditions.

According to the meteorological forecast, a westerly wave is combining with moisture from the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. This is expected to produce monsoon rains accompanied by strong winds across the province in two phases:

• July 1 to July 6: Rains are forecast for Lahore, Rawalpindi, Murree, Galyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Mandi Bahauddin, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Hafizabad, Faisalabad, Khushab, Sargodha, Sheikhupura, and Narowal, with occasional breaks.
• July 3 to July 6: Rains are predicted in Sahiwal, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Pakpattan, Nankana Sahib, Okara, Kasur, Noorpur Thal, Bhakkar, Layyah, Mianwali, Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, Khanewal, and Lodhran.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned of a risk of urban flooding in Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Lahore, and Faisalabad. The authority advised citizens to avoid open areas during lightning and to stay in safe places. Gusty winds could damage vulnerable infrastructure like electric poles, solar panels, and billboards. Farmers were also advised to plan crop-related activities carefully.

Updated: 3:12 PM PKT — June 30, 2026

The weather alert has been updated to include a forecast for strong winds in addition to the previously announced heavy rains. The risk of flash floods continues to be a major concern as the pre-monsoon system moves across the country.

Updated: 2:03 PM PKT — June 30, 2026

Weather forecasts on June 30 indicate that a powerful pre-monsoon system is entering Pakistan, with predictions of a heavy spell of rain for Karachi. The alert follows earlier warnings from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) regarding potential flooding and extreme weather across the country.

Following a nationwide alert, severe floods have reportedly submerged thousands of homes in Islamabad on June 30.