Pakistan Prepares for First Cold Wave of the Season
Pakistan is gearing up for the arrival of its first western disturbance of the season, set to sweep across the region from October 16th to the 21st. This weather system is expected to bring a wave of rain, potentially accompanied by hail, from the southern port city of Karachi to the northern paradise of Kashmir.
As the weather forecast unfolds, it predicts that the northern parts of the country will be blanketed in heavy snowfall. Weather experts at Weather Updates PK have hinted at a notably harsh winter for Pakistan this year, making this incoming weather event all the more significant.
Currently, Pakistan is experiencing a period of dry weather that is likely to persist over the next 24 hours. However, this calm before the storm is not expected to last long. Rainfall is on the horizon, starting in the northern regions before spreading its embrace over the entire country.
With the approaching western disturbance, approximately 70% of Punjab is on the radar for significant rainfall. These areas are in the direct path of the system carried by the westerly winds. Meanwhile, regions such as Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are bracing themselves for moderate to heavy rains.
Adding to the complexity of this weather system, there is also a possibility of rain in the northern and southern areas of Balochistan and Sindh.
As the first glimpse of winter arrives, parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have already witnessed their inaugural snowfall of the year. This snowfall continued for hours, transforming the landscape into a winter wonderland but also disrupting daily life.
Notably, several roads in Mansehra and the Kaghan valley were blocked due to the snowfall. The Mansehra-Naran-Jalkhad road was closed to all traffic at Babusar Top, while the road connecting Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with Gilgit-Baltistan was also rendered impassable beyond the Battakundi area. This left motorists and passenger coaches stranded and prompted local authorities to take swift action to clear the routes.
Pakistan is on the brink of its first significant weather event of the season. The western disturbance, expected from October 16th to the 21st, is poised to bring rain, snow, and potentially even hail to various regions across the country. This is an early sign of what promises to be a challenging winter, as predicted by experts. Residents are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions as this weather system approaches.
