ISLAMABAD: As a result of heavy spell of rainfall in the twin cities has caused waterlogging and traffic snarls in many areas, the government declared rain emergency in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
The reports revealed that the downpour left many low-lying areas at a severe risk of coming under water and electricity was disrupted in many residential and commercial areas which increased the problems for citizens of both cities.
The administration has declared a rain emergency in order to create an ease of traffic flow by clearing the waterlogged roads.
The water at Nullah Lai at Katarian, has reached upto 10 feet while in a few Gawalmandi areas, it is virtually at eight feet.
According to the Meteorological Department, in Syedpur, Golra and Bokrha, the rain was recorded in 65mm, 51mm and 110mm.
Also, one house was destroyed due to severe rain in Rawalpindi’s Fauji Colony. No life was hurt in the incident as the members of the family were not in the house.
Meanwhile, Lahore’s weather also turned pleasant as rain was registered in many parts of the city including Lakshmi Chowk, Abbott Road, Shimla Pahari, Davies Road, Chauburji, Sanda, Islampura and Shamnagar.
Also, sporadic rain in Ferozepur Road, Ichhra, Jail Road and the surrounding areas also got a pleasant change in the weather.
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