Pakistan Meteorological Department Issues Glof Alert for Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
PMD issues Glof alert due to westerly wave, rainfall across GB and KP
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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a glacial lake outburst flood (Glof) alert for Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to an incoming westerly wave. Over 7.1 million people in these regions are at risk, prompting safety measures and community alerts ahead of expected rainfall and thunderstorms.
- 01PMD alerts for Glof risks in Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- 02Over 7.1 million people are vulnerable to Glof incidents.
- 03A westerly wave is expected to bring widespread rain and thunderstorms.
- 04Residents are advised to stay away from riverbanks during rainfall.
- 05Climate change is causing glaciers in the region to recede, increasing Glof risks.
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The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued a glacial lake outburst flood (Glof) alert for the upper regions of Pakistan, specifically Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, due to an anticipated westerly wave this weekend. The alert warns that over 7.1 million people in these areas are at risk of Glofs, which can cause significant loss of life and property. The PMD forecasts widespread rain, wind thunderstorms, and isolated heavy rainfall, which could lead to an increased risk of Glofs and flash flooding in vulnerable regions such as Hoper, Ghulkin, and Swat. Residents are urged to avoid riverbanks and secure livestock in safer areas. The PMD has also advised the public to monitor local water bodies for signs of sudden changes, indicating potential flooding. This alert comes amidst concerns over the rapid melting of glaciers in Pakistan, which are largely attributed to climate change. Experts have noted that about 10,000 glaciers in Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan are receding, heightening the risk of Glof incidents, particularly during warmer months.
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Residents in vulnerable areas are at heightened risk of flooding, which can disrupt lives and livelihoods. Immediate safety measures are crucial to prevent loss of life and property.
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