Published on: August 27, 2025 5:50 AM
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority, Rehabilitation Department, Government of Sindh has issued weather update in connection with Pakistan Meteorological Department’s prediction that Strong Monsoon currents from Arabian Sea & Bay of Bengal are likely to penetrate upper parts of the country.
In this connection, heavy rains are expected in Sindh from 27th to 29th August. It may affect daily routine, urban flooding, water logging in low lying areas and may damage weak structures like roof/ wall of Kacha houses, electric poles, bill boards, vehicles and solar panels etc. during the forecast period. Public, travellers and tourists are advised to avoid unusual exposure to vulnerable areas to avoid any untoward situation and keep updated about latest weather conditions.
Meanwhile, Pakistan People’s Party (PPP) Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Tuesday met with Sindh Government Spokesperson and Mayor Sukkur, Barrister Arsalan Islam Sheikh, in a meeting also attended by PPP Women’s Wing head, Faryal Talpur.
During the meeting, Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari directed that all possible measures be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of citizens in Sukkur city during the monsoon rains. He emphasised that measures should be taken on a priority basis to address any emergency that may arise.
Barrister Arsalan Sheikh briefed the Chairman on the preparations made by the Sukkur Municipal Corporation (SMC) to deal with the monsoon rains.
He stated that the SMC has taken advanced measures to ensure the city’s preparedness, including cleaning of stormwater drains, provision of alternative power arrangements at dewatering stations, and installation of dewatering pumps in low-lying areas.
The Mayor also thanked Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for assigning him the additional responsibility of Secretary Information of PPP Sukkur Division.
