Lahore (July 23, 2025):
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has confirmed that monsoon rainfall in 2025 has been 73% higher than average so far. This intense weather has impacted several cities across the province, causing floods, traffic chaos, and damage to infrastructure.
Record Rainfall This Season
PDMA's official statement on Tuesday revealed that Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, and parts of Southern Punjab have received record-breaking rainfall over the last two weeks. In some areas, the monthly rainfall target was met within a few days.
“We are closely monitoring the situation in urban and low-lying areas,” said a PDMA spokesperson. “Emergency teams are on standby across the province.”
High Alert Issued in Multiple Districts
Due to the heavy rain and flood threat, the Punjab government has issued high alerts in flood-sensitive districts including:
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Rajanpur
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DG Khan
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Sialkot
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Narowal
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Multan
Rescue 1122, WASA, and other disaster response units are actively working in affected areas.
Urban Flooding & Power Outages
The extreme monsoon has already caused:
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Waterlogging in urban roads
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Traffic jams
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Power outages in many localities
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Overflow of drainage systems in older parts of cities
Social media has been flooded with videos showing submerged vehicles and people wading through waist-high water in Lahore and Rawalpindi.
Monsoon System to Continue
According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), the monsoon system is expected to continue throughout late July and early August, with chances of more heavy downpours.
PMD has advised citizens to:
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Avoid unnecessary travel
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Stay indoors during thunderstorm alerts
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Follow official weather warnings
PDMA's Safety Instructions for Citizens
PDMA has issued the following precautions:
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Avoid going near canals, rivers, and underpasses during rain
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Keep emergency kits ready
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Do not drive through flooded roads
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Stay connected with rescue helplines for help
Why This Matters?
Climate experts say this increase in rainfall is part of changing global weather patterns, and Pakistan, being climate-sensitive, must prepare better for extreme weather in the coming years.
Final Words:
The monsoon of 2025 has already proven to be a challenge for both the public and the authorities. As the rains continue, citizens are urged to stay alert, follow PDMA’s instructions, and take weather warnings seriously.
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