According to the department, heavy rains are expected in most districts of the province between September 6 and 9, and flash flooding is also possible due to overflowing of rivers and canals at some places.
According to the PDMA spokesperson, the districts where rains are most likely during the fresh spell include Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sialkot in the central and eastern districts, Narowal, Hafizabad, Okara, Sahiwal, Kasur in the southern and western districts, Sargodha, Mianwali, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan and Rajanpur. The department clarified that flash flooding may occur due to a sudden increase in water flow in the rivers and canals of Dera Ghazi Khan division between September 7 and 9.
According to PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, the water level in the Chenab, Ravi and Sutlej rivers is expected to remain high. There is also a possibility of **flooding of drains and rainwater** in major cities due to continuous rain. Precautions and measures Local administrations have been directed to monitor low-lying areas in a timely manner. Citizens have been advised to **avoid unnecessary travel** during rainy days and avoid living or commuting near drains**. Emergency helplines have been activated so that immediate contact can be made in any emergency situation. This year, the monsoon has proven to be longer than usual and several spells of rain in Punjab province have already had devastating effects. PDMA says that under the current forecast, it was necessary to inform citizens in a timely manner so that **loss of life and property can be avoided.