Rain and Snowfall in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: Crops Destroyed, Power Outages, Two Dead

Rain and snowfall across various regions of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have led to a sharp drop in temperatures. Torrential rains and strong winds have destroyed wheat crops spread over hundreds of acres. Power feeders in several areas tripped due to the weather, disrupting electricity supply. In Sohawa, a house wall collapsed onto a tractor-trolley, killing two people and injuring two others.

Accident in Jhelum Due to Rain

In the Sohawa area of Jhelum, a dilapidated wall of a house collapsed onto a tractor-trolley, killing two people on board. Two others were injured in the incident, which occurred due to rain and strong winds.

Snowfall in Ghizer, Road Closures, Intensifying Cold

Snowfall began in the mountainous areas of the district headquarters Gahkuch in Ghizer, with snow also reported in Darkut and Langar, causing temperatures to plunge further. The Ghizer-Chitral road and parts of Langar are now blocked, stranding travelers and causing serious difficulties.

Rain Breaks Heat Spell in Peshawar

Light drizzling in Peshawar city brought a pleasant change in weather. Strong winds accompanied by rain broke the heatwave. The Meteorological Department has forecast more rain for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including heavy downpours in northern upper regions. PDMA has advised district administrations to remain alert.

Dust Storm and Hailstorm in Landi Kotal and Surroundings

Landi Kotal and its surrounding areas experienced a heavy rainstorm accompanied by strong winds and hail, leading to a pleasant drop in temperatures. However, flash flooding was reported in streams, raising concerns of floodwaters affecting the Pak-Afghan highway.

Devastation in Kohat Due to Storm and Heavy Rain

Severe storms and heavy rainfall in Kohat caused destruction across the area. Thousands of acres of wheat crops were ruined. In rural regions, walls of mud houses collapsed.

Storms and Rain Disrupt Power in Muzaffarabad, Jhelum, and Pallandri

Muzaffarabad city and nearby areas saw storms and rainfall that tripped multiple power feeders. In Jhelum, intense wind and thunderstorm-triggered rain also led to feeder failures. Meanwhile, heavy rain and wind in Pallandri resulted in a complete power outage.

Rain and Hail Damage Crops in Rawalakot and Bagh

Storms and heavy rainfall hit Rawalakot city and its surroundings. In Bagh city and nearby areas, both rain and hail were reported, causing damage to standing crops.