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21 killed in rain-triggered accidents in KP: PDMA

At least 21 people were killed in rain-triggered accidents in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to heavy rains in the past four days. The victims included nine children and three women, with 32 people injured. Rain caused 330 incidents of roof and wall collapses, resulting in the destruction of 53 houses and partial damage to 277 others. The province has experienced significant downpours, with flash floods hitting various districts of Balochistan. Railway traffic on the Sibi-Harnai section has been suspended due to flooding.

PMD forecasts another rain spell from tomorrow

Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts heavy rains from March 5 to March 7, warning of potential flash floods, snow blockages, and landslides. Areas likely to be affected include Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit Baltistan, Upper and Southern Punjab, and Balochistan. Sindh to experience a severe cold wave, with temperatures significantly lower than normal. Rain-related incidents have resulted in over 30 deaths and significant damage.

Lahore to again receive artificial rain to combat smog

Caretaker Punjab Chief Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, announced plans to utilize artificial rain in Lahore to combat dangerous levels of smog. This initiative, in collaboration with a United Arab Emirates delegation, aims to address environmental challenges by stimulating precipitation through cloud seeding. The upcoming experiment is scheduled for January, contingent upon favorable weather conditions.