NDMA issues flood alert for Northern Pakistan amid expected rain, snow

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert in view of the expected rains and snowfall in the northern areas of the country.

According to the NDMA, there is a possibility of rain and snowfall in the northern areas from tomorrow to January 24, which may lead to flooding in the rivers and canals.

As a result of the rains, the risk of flooding has also been expressed in the Kabul River and its adjacent rivers.

The agency has warned that there is a possibility of flood situation in the areas of Dir, Chitral, Swat and Kohistan, while there is a possibility of increase in the flow of the Kabul River in the lower reaches of Nowshera and Tarbela Dam.

The NDMA has directed the provincial and district administrations to remain on high alert and ensure close monitoring of sensitive places so that any emergency situation can be dealt with in a timely manner.