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Heavy rain, hailstorms hit Pakistan, cause deaths and floods

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ISLAMABAD: Rain with wind and thunderstorms has been predicted in most parts of the country from today to April 4.

According to the Meteorological Department, rain is also expected in Karachi from tonight to April 3 and 50 mm or more rain may fall in some areas.

On the other hand, clouds opened in Lahore and the highest rainfall of 50 mm was recorded in Nishtar Town.

In addition, hail also fell in various areas including Gulberg, Jail Road, Gajumta and Raiwind, while the weather became pleasant due to heavy rain, wind and hail, but the electricity system was disrupted.

More than 170 feeders tripped in the LESCO region, 2 children died and five were injured when a wall collapsed in Kot Radha Kishan.

Meanwhile, in various areas of Balochistan, including Ziarat, Daki, Harnai, Qala Saifullah and Loralai districts, rain and hailstorms caused flooding in rivers and canals.

Due to landslides in the Neelum Valley, the Neelum Highway was closed from Kel Seri.

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