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National Disaster Management Authority’s National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) has issued a warning of intense heat in southern provinces, intermittent rain and thunderstorms in northern and hilly areas, and an elevated risk of landslides and flash floods from rapidly melting glaciers until June 12.
The NDMA directed federal and provincial disaster agencies to accelerate preparedness measures. The public is urged to avoid non-essential travel and follow official safety advice.
Sindh, southern Punjab and the plains of Balochistan will experience increased heat intensity with severe conditions likely persisting in central and southern districts of Punjab where temperatures are expected to remain above normal. Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Islamabad and northern Punjab are also expected to see higher than usual heat till June 10.
Rain and thunderstorms are forecast for parts of Islamabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and northern Punjab on June 11-12, with Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Sialkot and Lahore specifically flagged for rain and strong winds.
Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir are expected to receive intermittent rainfall during the period. Northeastern Balochistan (Zhob and Musa Khel) light rain with thunderstorms is possible on June 11-12, while the plains of Balochistan will remain hot and dry.
Most of Sindh including Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana, Mirpurkhas and Tharparkar is forecast to experience hot, dry weather.
NDMA’s bulletin highlights a growing hazard in the northern highlands where rising temperatures are accelerating glacier melt. The agency warns that rapid melting increases the likelihood of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), landslides and flash flooding in downstream valleys.
Areas at particular risk include Hunza, Ghizar, Diamer, Astor, Ghanche, Shigar, Dir, Swat and Kohistan. Valleys and localities including Darkot, Lasht, Ration, Boni, Bad Swat, Shisper, Gulgin, Hinarchi, Roshan and Kamrat could face flooding if glacial lakes breach.
Landslides may close key routes such as Shigar Valley Road, Skardu Road, Deosai Road and sections of the Karakoram Highway. The authority has instructed all concerned agencies to activate emergency measures immediately and advised provincial Disaster Management Authorities to step up pre-emptive protective actions in vulnerable districts.
NDMA also asked officials to intensify monitoring of glacial lakes, pre-position rescue and relief assets, and maintain round-the-clock river and weather monitoring.
Public guidance urges people to avoid unnecessary travel, remain cautious during bad weather, and follow local administration instructions. Tourists and residents in hilly areas are advised to take precautions against landslides and road closures and stay informed about changing conditions.
NDMA specifically advises avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun during peak heat, protecting outdoor laborers, and prioritising children, the elderly and the sick. Health authorities in Sindh, southern Punjab and Balochistan are reminded to prepare for heat-related illnesses and issue local advisories for vulnerable populations.
Local administrations are asked to ensure water and cooling arrangements, activate heat stroke response protocols and make emergency medical services readily available. Practical measures recommended by NDMA include staying hydrated, avoiding outdoor activity during peak heat hours, delaying non-essential travel to the north, carrying emergency supplies when travelling, and moving to higher ground immediately if sudden rises in water levels are observed.
The public is urged to follow official updates through the “Pak NDMA Disaster Alert” mobile app. NDMA said its assessment covers June 7–12 and urges all agencies and citizens to maintain heightened vigilance throughout the period.