Heavy rain triggers emergency in twin cities

Heavy rain triggers emergency in twin cities

Heavy rain lashed the twin cities on Tuesday, prompting authorities to declare a rain emergency and deploy additional resources to deal with possible urban flooding and other weather-related emergencies.

Storm Rains Trigger Severe Flooding In Islamabad & Rawalpindi

Intense rainfall has caused widespread urban flooding in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, affecting roads, streets and residential areas across the twin cities. The continuous downpours have led to water collecting in several low-lying locations, making movement difficult for residents. Major roads and streets have also been affected, with traffic facing delays and disruptions as motorists navigate through flooded areas. The heavy rain has created chal…

Twin cities battered by torrential rain as Nala Lai crosses 22ft mark

RAWALPINDI/ISLAMABAD: Rawalpindi and Islamabad have been battered by torrential monsoon rains for several consecutive days, with the latest spell pushing the water level in Nala Lai above 22 feet at Katarian, prompting authorities to sound warning sirens and advise residents living along the drain to remain vigilant. راولپنڈی۔۔۔ شالے ویلی pic.twitter.com/Z3okPa1KGo — Ghazanfar Abbas (@ghazanfarabbass) August 19, 2026 The persistent downpour has…

Rain emergency declared as Islamabad, Rawalpindi battered by torrential downpour

ISLAMABAD: Islamabad and Rawalpindi have been hit by intermittent torrential rain since last night, flooding low-lying parts of the twin cities, disrupting traffic and prompting authorities to declare a rain emergency, with more downpours forecast through the day. The two cities have recorded an average of 95.27mm of rainfall so far, according to the Met Department, with Shamsabad receiving the highest at 121mm, followed by New Katarian (112mm),…