Pakistan Weather Forecast 28 August 2024 PDF

No. PDMA(S)/7(78)/15/5707 PROVINCIAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT OF SINDH PLOT NO. 26-C, MAIN KHAYABAN-E-JAMI, D...

No. PDMA(S)/7(78)/15/5707 PROVINCIAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT OF SINDH PLOT NO. 26-C, MAIN KHAYABAN-E-JAMI, DHA PHASE–VII, KARACHI Phone: 021-35314422 & 021-35318192, Fax: 021-35314219 Dated: 28th August, 2024 Weather Forecast Source: Pakistan Meteorological Department:  No. PDMA(S)/7(78)/15/5707 PROVINCIAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT OF SINDH PLOT NO. 26-C, MAIN KHAYABAN-E-JAMI, DHA PHASE–VII, KARACHI Phone: 021-35314422 & 021-35318192, Fax: 021-35314219 Weather Forecast Weather Outlook: Pakistan Meteorological Department has informed that the deep depression over Gujrat India further moved westward and now located over South Tharparker and adjoining Rann of Kutch India. It is likely to move slowly west-southwestward and reach Northeast Arabian sea and adjoining Sindh coast by tonight / tomorrow morning. Due to this weather system strong monsoon currents are penetrating in Southeast Sindh. Under its influence:  Widespread rain/ wind-thunderstorms with scattered heavy-very heavy to isolated extremely heavy falls likely in Tharparker, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allahyar, Matiari, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Dadu, Shaheed Benazirabad districts, and Karachi division till 31st August with occasional gaps.  Rain/ wind-thunderstorms with few heavy to isolated very heavy falls likely in Ghotki, Sukkur, Khairpur, Kashmore, Kambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, Naushahro Feroze, Jacobabad & Shikarpur districts till 31st August with occasional gaps.  Flood Forecasting Division of Pakistan Meteorological Department has also informed that Flash Flooding is expected in the areas along Kirthar ranges, Jacobabad, Kambar Shahdadkot, Dadu & Jamshoro. Urban Flooding is also expected in the metropolitan cities of Sindh. (Bulletin No. C-075/24 dated: 28th Aug 2024, copy attached) Possible Impacts:  Torrential rains may generate urban flooding/rain inundation in Karachi, Tharparker, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Hyderabad, Tando Muhammad Khan, Tando Allahyar, Matiari, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Dadu, Kambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, Naushahro Feroze & Shaheed Benazirabad districts.  Heavy Falls may cause localized water logging in low laying areas of Ghotki, Sukkur, Khairpur, Kashmore, Jacobabad, Larkana & Shikarpur districts.  Heavy Falls over Kirthar and adjoining hill torrents of Balochistan may generate flash flooding in local nullah’s/streams of Dadu, Kambar Shahdadkot, Jacobabad & Jamshoro districts during forecast period.  Heavy downpour/windstorm and lightning may affect daily routines, weak structures like roof/wall collapse of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc. during the forecast period.  Sea conditions likely to remain rough to very rough with squally winds of 30-40 Kts during the forecast period.  Fishermen are advised not to venture in open sea till 30th August. Recommended Actions for DDMAs / Line Departments / Other Relevant Authorities Rainfall / Dust-storm / Wind-thunderstorm:  Conduct extensive public awareness campaigns through multiple channels, including TV/ broadcast / social / print media etc., to ensure that vulnerable communities are well-informed about the anticipated flood situation and necessary precautions.  Enhance deployment of required machinery, equipment, emergency supplies and personnel in at-risk areas, considering on ground situation.  Maintain sufficient stocks of essential supplies, including food, clean water, medical provisions, and sanitation supplies in case further emergent needs.  Strategically position flood fighting equipment in areas prone to flooding, ensuring their availability for immediate deployment.  Ensure timely cleaning / de-silting & maintenance of sewerage lines, storm water drains and nullahs.  Ensure availability / functionality of all essential flood response equipment in flood-prone areas.  Ensure full staffing / availability of trained emergency response personnel and designate their duties / areas of deployment in case of emergency.  Conduct thorough reconnaissance of vulnerable locations, identifying critical infrastructure / communities that may require additional support and protection.  Inform and sensitize residents of low-lying areas / at-risk communities of anticipated flood conditions, potential impacts, evacuation procedures and precautionary measures.  Establish temporary shelters in safe locations for displaced individuals and ensure these are equipped with necessary supplies (food, clean drinking water, medical supplies and sanitation facilities).  Ensure the availability of trained medical staff and ambulances in strategic locations to provide immediate medical assistance to those affected by floods.  Implementing effective regulation strategies at headworks / barrages to optimize the discharge of excess water through irrigation channels.  Proactive monitoring / maintenance / repairs of canal systems to enhance their capacity to handle increased flows.  Undertake prompt repairs of any breaches / breaks in flood protective works.  Inform travelers / tourists / in timely manner regarding anticipated weather / flood conditions, potential hazards, precautionary measures, and recommended alternative routes to regulate their travel and ensuring safety.  Provide necessary assistance and support to travelers / tourists affected by flood situation, including evacuations if required.  District Disaster Management Authorities (DDMAs) of flash flood prone districts are to maintain continued liaison with the DDMAs of districts of adjacent province to monitor the flow of water in streams and natural catchments.  Remove all billboards and hoardings that pose a danger to public safety.  No. PDMA(S)/7(78)/15/5707 PROVINCIAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT OF SINDH PLOT NO. 26-C, MAIN KHAYABAN-E-JAMI, DHA PHASE–VII, KARACHI Phone: 021-35314422 & 021-35318192, Fax: 021-35314219 Precautionary Measures for General Public Rainfall / Dust-storm / Wind-thunderstorm:  Monitor the weather alerts through print media, electronic media, & social media.  Stay indoor unless absolutely necessary. Keep doors and windows shut and avoid sitting near windows as rain is often accompanied by strong winds.  Maintain a distance from power lines or electrical wires. If you notice any loose electric wires in your area, alert the authorities immediately.  Avoid touching electrical switches or outlets while it is raining. Do not try using electrical sockets or outlets outdoors while it is raining.  Avoid driving in heavy rain because of poor visibility.  Avoid underpasses, drainage ditches, low-lying areas and areas where water collects.  Check on family members who are especially at risk from weather hazards: young children, older adults, and the chronically ill.  Avoid parking near walls, weak structures, under trees and billboards & hoardings that pose a danger to public safety.  Residents of flash flood prone areas are advised to remain informed and be prepared of possible evacuation during emergency situation. A copy is forwarded for information & necessary actions as recommended: 1. The Senior Member Board of Revenue, Government of Sindh, Karachi. 2. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Home Department, Karachi. 3. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Health Department, Karachi. 4. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Irrigation Department, Karachi. 5. The Secretary to Government of Balochistan, Irrigation Department, Quetta. 6. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, School Education and Literacy Department, Karachi. 7. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, College Education, Karachi. 8. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Universities and Boards, Karachi. 9. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Information and Archives Department, Karachi (With a request for wide publicity through the electronic & print media). 10. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Environment, Climate Change & Coastal Development Department, Karachi. 11. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, (GA) SGA&CD, Karachi. 12. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Works and Services Departments Karachi. 13. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Food Department Karachi. 14. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Agriculture Department Karachi. 15. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, Livestock & Fisheries Department, Karachi. 16. The Secretary to Government of Sindh, (Planning), Planning and Development Department, Karachi 17. The Inspector General of Police, Sindh, Karachi. 18. The Commissioner(s) All in Sindh. 19. The Deputy Commissioner(s) / Chairmen District Disaster Management Authorities (All Concerned) 20. The Director General, Provincial Disaster Management Authority Balochistan, Quetta. 21. The Director General, Health Services Sindh, at Hyderabad. 22. The Director General, Livestock & Fisheries Sindh, at Hyderabad 23. The Director General, Coastal Development Authority, Government of Sindh, Karachi. 24. The Director General, Pakistan Maritime Security Agency, Karachi. 25. The Director General, Sindh Building Control Authority, Karachi. 26. The Director General, Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority, Karachi. 27. The Director General, Pakistan Meteorological Department, Islamabad. 28. The Director General, Sindh Emergency Rescue Service 1122. Karachi 29. The Head, National Highway Authority, Office Karachi. 30. The Metropolitan Commissioner, Karachi Metropolitan Corporation, Karachi. 31. The Administrator, Defense Housing Authority, Karachi. 32. The Deputy Secretary (Staff) to Chief Minister Sindh, Karachi. 33. The Deputy Secretary (Staff) to Chief Secretary Sindh, Karachi. 34. The Divisional Superintendent Pakistan Railways, Karachi and Sukkur. 35. The Chief Executive Officer, PPHI, Sindh Karachi. 36. The Chief Executive Officer Sindh Integrated Emergency and Health Services, Karachi. 37. The Chief Executive Officer, Cantonment Board Saddar/ Clifton/ Faisal/ Manora/ Korangi Creek/ Malir, Karachi. 38. The Chief Executive Officer(s), Karachi Electric, HESCO, SEPCO. 39. The Chief Executive, Edhi Foundation, Al Mustafa Welfare Trust, Alamgir Welfare Trust, JDC Foundation, Alkhidmat Foundation, Khidmat-e- Khalq Foundation, Pakistan Red Crescent Sindh, Chhipa Welfare Organization. 40. The President, Sindh Outdoor Advertising Association, Karachi. 41. The Head of Office, Pakistan FisherFolk Forum, Karachi. 42. The Director (Response), National Disaster Management Authority, Islamabad.  No. PDMA(S)/7(78)/15/5707 PROVINCIAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY REHABILITATION DEPARTMENT GOVERNMENT OF SINDH PLOT NO. 26-C, MAIN KHAYABAN-E-JAMI, DHA PHASE–VII, KARACHI Phone: 021-35314422 & 021-35318192, Fax: 021-35314219 43. The Head Quarters ComCoast Karachi. 44. The Head Quarters, 5 Corps, Karachi. 45. The Head Quarters ComKar, Pak Navy, Karachi. 46. The Head Quarters Pakistan Rangers, Sindh, Karachi. 47. The PS to Chairman, Planning and Development Board, GoS, Karachi. 48. The PS to Minister, Rehabilitation Department, Karachi. 49. The PS to Secretary to Government Sindh, Rehabilitation Department, Karachi. 50. The PS to Director General, Provincial Disaster Management Authority, Sindh, Karachi. 51. The All Humanitarian Partners (UN Agencies/INGOs/National NGOs/Local NGOs/Humanitarian Organizations. (AJAY KUMAR SEWANI) ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (OPS)  Government of Pakistan Ministry of Aviation Pakistan Meteorological Department Met. Complex, Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block-5, University Road Karachi-75270 Phone: +92-21-99261404 Email: [email protected] Fax: +92-21-99261405 August 28th, 2024 The deep depression over Gujrat India further moved westward and now located over South Tharparker & adjoining Rann of Kutch India. It is likely to move slowly west-southwestward & reach Northeast Arabian Sea and adjoining Sindh coast by tonight/tomorrow morning. Due to this weather system strong monsoon currents are penetrating in Southern Sindh. Under its influence:  Widespread rain/wind-thunderstorms with scattered heavy-very heavy to isolated extremely heavy falls likely in Tharparker, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Hyderabad, T.M Khan, T.A Yar, Matiari, Umerkot, Mirpurkhas, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Dadu & Shaheed Benazirabad districts & Karachi division till 31 August with occasional gaps.  Rain/wind-thunderstorms with few heavy to isolated very heavy falls likely in Ghotki, Sukkur Khairpur, Kashmore, Kambar Shahdadkot, Larkana, Nosheroferoz, Jacobabad & Shikarpur districts during till 31 August with occasional gaps. Monsoon Possible Impacts: Alert  Torrential rains may generate urban flooding/rain inundation in Karachi, Tharparker, Badin, Thatta, Sujawal, Hyderabad, T.M Khan, T.A Yar, Mitiari, Umerkot, Mirpur Khas, Sanghar, Jamshoro, Dadu، Shaheed Benazirabad districts.  Heavy Falls may cause localized water logging in low laying areas of Ghotki, Sukkur Khairpur, Kashmore, Jacobabad, Kambar Shahdadkot, Nosheroferoz, Larkana & Shikarpur districts.  Heavy falls over Kirthar and adjoining hill torrents of Balochistan may generate flash flooding in local nullahs/streams of Dadu, Kambar Shahdadkot, Jacobabad & Jamshoro districts during forecast period.  Heavy downpour/windstorm and lightning may affect daily routines, weak structures like roof/wall collapse of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc. during the forecast period.  Sea conditions likely to remain rough to very rough with squally winds of 30-40 Kts during the forecast period.  Fishermen are advised not to venture in open sea till 30 August. Note: All concerned authorities are advised to remain “ALERT” and take necessary measure to avoid any untoward situation. WEATHER FORECAST OF KARACHI DIVISION FOR NEXT 3 DAYS Weather Elements Wednesday Thursday Friday (28th August) (29th August) (30th August) WEATHER Cloudy with intermittent Cloudy with intermittent Cloudy with intermittent rain/wind-thunderstorms with rain/wind-thunderstorms with rain/wind-thunderstorms with a few heavy falls a few heavy falls a few heavy falls JMAXIMUM TEMP (°C) 28 – 30 oC 28 – 30 oC 28 – 30 oC MINIMUM TEMP (°C) 26.0 oC 24 – 26 oC 24 – 26 oC HUMIDITY MORNING 92 % 80 – 90 % 80 – 90 % HUMIDITY EVENING 75 – 85 % 75 – 85 % 75 – 85 % WIND DIRECTION North/Northwesterly North/Northwesterly North/Northeasterly Sd/- Kind Attention: (Anjum Nazir Zaighum) Governor House Sindh Chief Secretary Sindh Meteorologist Karachi Electric Commissioner Karachi for Chief Meteorologist Naval HQ Karachi Mayor Karachi Deputy Mayor Rescue 1299 PDMA SINDH HQ Engg 5 corps  ‫‪Government of Pakistan‬‬ ‫‪Ministry of Aviation‬‬ ‫‪Pakistan Meteorological Department‬‬ ‫‪Met. Complex, Gulistan-e-Jauhar Block-5,‬‬ ‫‪University Road Karachi-75270‬‬ ‫‪Phone: +92-21-99261404‬‬ ‫‪Email: [email protected]‬‬ ‫‪Fax: +92-21-99261405‬‬ ‫‪ 28‬اگست ‪2024‬‬ ‫ک‬ ‫ڈیڈرپنشیرغمبیکرطفبڑھایگےہاورابونجیبرھتپپاررکاورہقحلمرنافھچکاھبرترپواعقےہ۔مٹسسآجرات‪/‬لکحبصتآہتسہآہتسہرغمب‪-‬ونجبرغمبیکرطفبڑےتھوہےامشلرشمیقریحبہ‬ ‫رجگاتاھبرترپوموجد پ‬ ‫ک‬ ‫رعباورہقحلمدنسھےکاسلحتےنچنہپاکااکمنےہ۔اسومیمساظنمیکوہجےسونجیبدنسھںیمومنوسنیکزیتوہاںیئدالخوہریہںیہ۔اےکسزبڑابڑ‪:‬‬ ‫ک‬ ‫‪31‬اتسگترھتپپاررک‪،‬دبنی‪،‬ہھٹھٹ‪،‬اجسول‪،‬دیحرآپاد‪،‬ڈنٹودمحماخن‪،‬ڈنٹواہلپار‪،‬ماری‪،‬رمعوکٹ‪،‬ریموپراخص‪،‬اسڑھگن‪،‬اجوشمرو‪،‬دادواوردیہشریظنیبآپادےکاالضعںیموعیسامیپےنرپوےفقوےفقےسرگجکمچ–‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫زیتوہاؤںےکاسھتارثکاقمامترپومالسداھرےسدشیدومالسداھراوردنچاقمامترپااہتنیئدشیدومالسداھرپارشاکااکمنےہ۔‬ ‫ق‬ ‫ک‬ ‫‪31‬اتسگتوھگیکٹ‪،‬رھکسریخوپر‪،‬کشمور‪ ،‬مبرڑدہشادوکٹ‪،‬الڑاکہن‪،‬ونرہشوریفوزبکیجآپاداوراکشروپرےکاالضعںیماوررکایچڈوبڑنںیموےفقوےفقےسرگجکمچ–زیتوہاؤںےکاسھتدنچاقمامترپومالس‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫داھراورںیہکںیہکدشیدومالسداھرپارشاکااکمنےہ۔‬ ‫ہنکممابڑات‪:‬‬ ‫ومنوسنارلٹ‬ ‫ومالسداھرپاروشںےسرھتپپاررک‪،‬دبنی‪،‬ہھٹھٹ‪،‬اجسول‪،‬دیحرآپاد‪،‬یٹامیاخن‪،‬یٹاےپار‪،‬ماری‪،‬رمعوکٹ‪،‬ریموپراخص‪،‬اسڑھگن‪،‬اجوشمرو‪،‬دادو‪،،‬دیہشریظنیبآپادےکاالضعاوررکایچڈوبڑنںیمارنبفلڈدن‪/‬رنی‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫فلڈدناکااکمنےہ۔‬ ‫ق‬ ‫ومالسداھرپارشیکوہجےسوھگیکٹ‪،‬رھکسریخوپر‪،‬کشمور‪ ،‬مبرڑدہشادوکٹ‪،‬الڑاکہن‪،‬ونرہشوریفوز‪،‬بکیجآپاداوراکشروپرےکاالضعےکیبیشنالعوقںںیماقمیموطررپپپاینعمجوہاتکسےہ۔‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫ق‬ ‫دشیدپاروشںےکپاعریکرھتاورہقحلمولباتسچنیکاہپڑیدنیپاولںیکوہجےسدادو‪ ،‬مبرڑدہشادوکٹ‪،‬بکیجآپاداوراجوشمروےکاالضعںیمالیسیبوصراحتلدیپاوہیتکسےہ۔‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫پ‬ ‫دشیدپاروشں‪/‬آدنیھاوررگجکمچےکپاعروزرمہےکومعمالتاتمبڑوہےن‪،‬زمکورارفنارٹسرچک(ےچکرھگ‪/‬دویارںی‪،‬یلجبےکےبمھک‪،‬بوبرڈز‪،‬وسرلپوریغہ)وکاصقنناکادنہشی۔‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫شیپوگیئیکدمتےکدوراندنمسرںیمایغطینےسدشیدایغطیناکااکمنےہ۔‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫ک‬ ‫ک‬ ‫امیہریگوںوکوشمرہدپااجپاےہہکوہ‪31‬اتسگتےلھکدنمسرںیمہناجںیئ۔‬ ‫‪‬‬ ‫ک‬ ‫ونٹ‪:‬امتمہقلعتماداروںوک"ارلٹ"رےنہاوریسکپاوخوگشارواہعقےسےنچبےکےیلامتمرضوریادقاامترکےنیکدہاییکاجیتےہ۔‬ ‫رکایچڈوبڑنےئلیکاےلگنیتدنےکوممسیکشیپوگیئ‬ ‫ہعمج‬ ‫رعمجات‬ ‫دبھ‬ ‫ومیمسانعرص‬ ‫)‪30‬اتسگ(‬ ‫)‪29‬اتسگ(‬ ‫)‪28‬اتسگ(‬ ‫ابڑآولدرےنہےکاسھتوےفقوےفقےسرگجکمچ–زیتوہاؤں‬ ‫ابڑآولدرےنہےکاسھتوےفقوےفقےسرگجکمچ–زیتوہاؤں‬ ‫ابڑآولدرےنہےکاسھتوےفقوےفقےسرگجکمچ–زیتوہاؤں‬ ‫ےکاسھتپارشاوردنچاقمامترپومالسداھرپارشاکااکمن‬ ‫ےکاسھتپارشاوردنچاقمامترپومالسداھرپارشاکااکمن‬ ‫ےکاسھتپارشاوردنچاقمامترپومالسداھرپارشاکااکمن‬ ‫وممس‬ ‫‪28 – 30 oC‬‬ ‫‪28 – 30 oC‬‬ ‫‪28 – 30 oC‬‬ ‫زپادہےسزپادہدرہجرحارت‬ ‫‪24 – 26 oC‬‬ ‫‪24 – 26 oC‬‬ ‫‪26.0 oC‬‬ ‫مکےسمکدرہجرحارت‬ ‫‪80 – 90 %‬‬ ‫‪80 – 90 %‬‬ ‫‪92 %‬‬ ‫ک ک‬ ‫حبصےکوقوہاںیمیمن‬ ‫‪75 – 85 %‬‬ ‫‪75 – 85 %‬‬ ‫‪70 – 80 %‬‬ ‫ک ک‬ ‫شامےکوقوہاںیمیمن‬ ‫امشل‪/‬امشلرشمقےس‬ ‫امشل‪/‬امشلرغمبےس‬ ‫امشل‪/‬امشلرغمبےس‬ ‫وہایکتمس‬ ‫‪Sd/-‬‬ ‫)‪(Anjum Nazir Zaighum‬‬ ‫‪Meteorologist‬‬ ‫‪Kind Attention:‬‬ ‫‪for Chief Meteorologist‬‬ ‫‪Governor House Sindh‬‬ ‫‪Chief Secretary Sindh‬‬ ‫‪Karachi Electric‬‬ ‫‪Commissioner Karachi‬‬ ‫‪Naval HQ Karachi‬‬ ‫‪Mayor Karachi‬‬ ‫‪Deputy Mayor‬‬ ‫‪Rescue 1299‬‬ ‫‪PDMA SINDH‬‬ ‫‪HQ Engg 5 corps‬‬