ISLAMABAD: A spell of heavy rain added with a hailstorm engulfed Islamabad on Sunday which crippled life for a while as pedestrians sought refuge under nearby roofs and motorcyclists stopped under flyovers and underpasses.
Forceful hail resulted in roads being covered with a white sheet, and car alarms were triggered in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. However, there are no reports of damage so far.
Dark clouds have gathered in the federal capital since morning, with intermittent drizzling, that suddenly turned into harsh weather in the afternoon with a sudden downpours and hail.
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Earlier, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued a nationwide advisory on Friday, cautioning against severe weather conditions expected to persist until April 29. NDMA predicted rain, storms, and hail, potentially leading to flash floods and landslides across the country.
“Hailstorms can damage crops and infrastructure. People should avoid unnecessary travel and crossing rivers and canals. Repair mud houses and ensure water drainage,” the NDMA said, urging citizens to stay away from electric poles and trees in case of lightning. It advised farmers to plan their harvest, especially wheat, according to the weather.
