The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has warned that a heatwave in the south and a storm system in the north will impact the country [1].
These simultaneous extreme weather events place a heavy burden on national infrastructure and public health. The divergence in weather patterns — extreme heat in one region and volatile storms in another — complicates emergency response and resource allocation across the country.
The PMD said a strong and active weather system has entered the country. This system is driving extreme temperatures in southern regions, including Karachi, while simultaneously triggering storm activity in the north [1].
Residents in northern Pakistan should prepare for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and hail. These conditions often lead to flash flooding and landslides in mountainous terrain, which can disrupt primary transport arteries.
Meanwhile, the southern regions face a significant heatwave. High temperatures in these coastal and inland areas increase the risk of heat-related illnesses and put a strain on the electrical grid due to increased cooling demands.
The PMD said these weather threats are expected to persist for three days [1]. Local authorities are monitoring the situation to mitigate potential damage from both the rising temperatures and the storm activity.
Officials said they have not yet released specific temperature projections or rainfall totals, but they emphasized the active nature of the current system [1].
“A heatwave in the south and a storm system in the north will impact the country.”
The simultaneous occurrence of a heatwave and a storm system highlights the volatility of Pakistan's climate patterns. This dual threat forces the government to manage two distinct types of crises — heat stress and flood risk — at the same time, testing the resilience of the country's disaster management framework.
