The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) stated on Saturday that severe storms across Punjab have resulted in the deaths of eight individuals and injuries to 45 others.
A preliminary report issued by PDMA said that the fatalities occurred due to the collapse of dilapidated buildings and accidents at unsafe locations. Three deaths were reported in Jhelum, while one fatality each occurred in Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sheikhupura, Mianwali, and Nankana Sahib.
Numerous mud and old houses were damaged by the storm. In Lahore, incidents of fallen trees and damaged solar panels were also reported.
Relief Commissioner Punjab, Nabeel Javed, has instructed authorities to provide the best medical treatment to the injured.
All commissioners, deputy commissioners, and rescue services across the province have been directed to remain on high alert.
In Gul Afshan Colony, a young man died after a tree fell on him during the storm. In West Colony, a woman died when the roof of a house collapsed, according to rescue sources.
In Dhoke Wahab Din, a hotel waiter was killed after a wall collapsed. Near the cattle market in Dina, three people sustained serious injuries when a wall fell. In Pind Dadan Khan, the roof of a house collapsed, injuring four people.
Solar panels and hoarding boards installed on rooftops of several houses were also blown down. Damage to citizens' vehicles and motorbikes was reported.
Separately, in Pasrur, a house wall collapsed as a result of heavy rain.
A 60-year-old man, Tariq, was injured after being trapped under the debris, according to Rescue officials.
Rescue teams recovered the injured man from the rubble and transported him to hospital.
– Factory roof collapses on Lahore road –
A factory roof collapsed on Lahore road in Sheikhupura, resulting in the death of one person and injuries to five others, according to Rescue officials.
The five injured individuals were taken to hospital for treatment.
The deceased has been identified as 35-year-old Shehzad, Rescue sources confirmed.
– Heavy rain accompanied by strong winds hits various areas –
Rainfall began in different parts of Lahore, including Gulberg, Model Town, Mall Road, and Cantonment, along with thunder and lightning.
According to the Meteorological Department, the spell of heavy rain is expected to continue intermittently.
– Wall collapses near Bhubtian Chowk due to high winds –
A wall collapsed near Bhubtian Chowk as a result of strong winds, the Edhi Foundation reported. Two people were injured and taken to hospital for medical treatment, according to an Edhi spokesperson.
The injured have been identified as 25-year-old Usman and 20-year-old Hasnain.
– Dust storm disrupts life in Phoolnagar –
A severe dust and windstorm swept through Phoolnagar and surrounding areas, affecting daily life and causing power outages citywide. Electricity supply was suspended across Phoolnagar due to the storm.
– Heavy rain and hailstorm follow dust storm in Noorpur Thal –
A strong storm followed by heavy rainfall and hail hit Noorpur Thal and nearby areas. The rain brought relief from the intense heat and improved the weather conditions.
Several shop shades and solar panels were blown away due to the high winds. A thick dust storm made visibility poor, creating nighttime conditions during the day.
– Appearance of night in Pattoki –
Strong winds brought relief from the intense heat, making the weather pleasant across the region.
Dust-laden winds gave daytime an appearance of night in Pattoki and nearby areas.
– Powerful dust storm in Kasur –
A powerful dust storm created darkness during the day. Heavy rainfall and cold winds broke the heatwave, significantly improving the weather. Several WAPDA feeders tripped due to the strong windstorm, causing power outages in various areas.
– Punjab CM directs administration to remain on high alert –
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed the administration and rescue teams to remain on high alert due to the forecast of storms and heavy rainfall.
The chief minister took notice of low-lying areas being submerged following torrential rain in Rawalpindi and other cities.
She instructed administrative officers to take immediate measures to prevent further flooding.
– Solar panels collapse at wedding hall –
Strong winds swept through Pindi Bhattian and nearby areas, causing solar panels at a local wedding hall to collapse.
– Vehicles in wedding procession damaged –
Seven vehicles accompanying a wedding procession were also affected by the storm.
– CM Maryam directs WASA officials to oversee drainage efforts –
Emergency steps have been ordered for the swift drainage of water from low-lying areas in Rawalpindi.
Maryam Nawaz directed WASA officials in Rawalpindi to visit the field personally to oversee drainage efforts.
“All available resources must be used to ensure proper drainage,” said the Chief Minister.
In view of the expected rains, Maryam Nawaz has ordered necessary precautions across all cities of the province.
