National Emergency Operations Center of NDMA has anticipated more rain, thunderstorm with gusty winds in most parts of Punjab and Sindh in next 48 hours.

The Authority, in a statement, said a deep depression is currently located near Runn of Kach Gujarat, India. The system is approaching south east Pakistan including most parts of Sindh.

Under the influence of this system, Nagarparkar, Tharparkur, Thatta, Badin, Sajawal, Dadu, Sanghae, Tando Allah Yar, Tandu Muhammad Khan, Umerkot and Mitiari are expected to experience heavy rainfall over the next 36-48 hours. Thunderstorms are likely by afternoon, leading to heavy rains

Areas that are likely to be impacted include the twin cities, Potohar region, northeastern Punjab, central and southern Punjab, Gujranwala, Lahore and Sahiwal Division, and some districts like Attock, Murree, Galliyat, Chakwal, Tala Gang, Jhelum, Bahawalnagar, Bahawalpur, Rahimyar Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Rajanpur, Layyah, Muzaffargarh, Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Chiniot, Multan, Khanewal, Lodhran, Khanpur, Sargodha, Mianwali, Khushab, Bhakkar, Kot Addu and Mandi Bahauddin are likely to receive rainfall with intermittent heavy falls in isolated places.

The NDMA urged all relevant authorities and the public to take necessary precautions to mitigate the potential impacts of flooding and heavy rains. The Authority issued instructions to all relevant departments to alert Emergency Response Teams and mobilized resources to ensure a swift response to any arising situations.