Saturday, November 23, 2024

Heavy Rain Disrupts Flight Operations at Lahore Airport

Heavy rainfall in Lahore has partially disrupted flight operations at the city’s airport. Planes are currently parked in accumulated rainwater, but the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is working to clear the runway and surrounding areas for aircraft movements.

The city was drenched with 350 millimetres of rain in just three hours, setting a new 44-year rainfall record. According to the Met Office, strong monsoon currents from the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal are expected to bring torrential rains across the country from August 1 to 6, with occasional breaks.

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Lahore: 44-Year Rainfall Record Broken with Torrential Downpour

The intense rainfall has led to flooding on roads and streets in Lahore. Additionally, the heavy downpour has disrupted electricity supply, with around 288 feeders of the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) tripping. LESCO has urged consumers to exercise patience as teams work to restore power.

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Amir Shahzad
Amir Shahzad
Amir Shahzad is a experienced journalist with exceptional leadership skills. Graduated from University of Peshawar, he pitched number of acclaimed stories in the national news channels. At present, serving as senior reporter in a reputed news channel of Pakistan, Amir deliver a vast array of in-depth and informative news packages on country's most strenuous part Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) bordering Afghanistan. He loves reading and travelling.

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