Weather Systems Disturb Several Areas in Pakistan

In a recent weather development, a range of territories in Pakistan have been strongly affected by a westerly weather event. Rainfalls and dust storms have perturbed daily life in an array of urban and rural areas.

Rainfall and Dust Storms Hit Multiple Regions

The westerly weather system first entered Balochistan, soon making its presence felt in multiple regions of Sindh. Rainfall was reported in several towns and cities, namely Sukkur, Larkana, Khairpur, Jacobabad, Dadu, Naushehro Feroz, Shikarpur, and Sanghar. Moreover, dust storms blew across Chagai, Dalbandin, and Kharan. Additionally, regions including Chaman, Dera Bugti, Mastung, and Jhal Magsi in Balochistan were endowed with rainfall.

Impact of Weather System in Other Provinces

The influence of the weather system extended beyond Balochistan and Sindh, introducing sporadic rainfall in towns in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The towns affected include Khushab, Chiniot, and Shorkot in Punjab and Malakand in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Met Office Forecast: Rain and Snowfall

According to our source from the Met Office, predictions had pegged rain and snowfall over hills in Balochistan, encompassing the Quetta valley. These predictions came true as the valley experienced rainfall during this period.

Forecasted Weather Patterns for the 9th and 10th of March

Forecasts were more severe for certain districts. Turbat, Kech, and Gwadar amongst others reportedly faced heavy rainfall coupled with thunderstorms on the 9th and the 10th of March.

Expected Weather Until the 13th of March

Rain and snowfall over hills within assorted districts of Balochistan are expected to continue until the 13th of March. Furthermore, the forecast also anticipates rain and snowfall across various districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit Baltistan, Kashmir, Islamabad, and selected regions of Sindh.