Islamabad, April 29, 2022 (PPI-OT):As per alert issued by Pakistan Metrological department, temperature in Gilgit Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is expected to remain 5°C to 7°C higher than normal in next 5 to 6 days, creating heatwave.
The heatwave more likely will enhance melting rate of snow and ice which may trigger Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOF) and flash flood in vulnerable areas of GB and KP. PDMA KP, GBDMA and DDMA Hunza have been directed to remain vigilant, alert and to take all precautionary measures in light of Shishper Glacial Lake reformation and increased chances of GLOF and coordinate accordingly with local administration and concerned departments.
PDMA KP, GBDMA and DDMA Hunza are further directed to ensure local community and tourists/travellers be forewarned in at-risk/vulnerable areas and make certain availability of emergency/rescue service personnel and equipment for rapid response.
For more information, contact:
Principal Information Officer,
Press Information Department (PID)
Tel: +92-51-9252323, +92-51-9252324
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Email: piopid@gmail.com
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