A light rain shower accompanied by a cool breeze brought relief to the residents of Lahore and its surrounding on Tuesday. However, the rain also caused disruptions in electricity supply, leaving several parts of the city in darkness.
According to private news channels, various areas of the city, including Mall Road, Lakshmi Chowk, Gulshan Ravi, Ferozepur Road, Link Road, Johar Town, Thokar Niaz Baig, Township, Faisal Town, Garden Town, Awan Town, and Wahdat Road, received rain. The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) reported that several feeders tripped due to the rain, resulting in power outages in various parts of the city. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has predicted more rain in the city over the next 24 hours, bringing both relief and concern for the citizens of Lahore.
There are chances of gusty wind, rain with thunder and hails at few places in Punjab from today till April 29. According to PDMA spokesperson, DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia has issued instructions to the Deputy Commissioners across the province to remain alert. Kathia said that concerned departments should be on alert to deal with any emergency situation.
The district emergency operation centers of all districts including the provincial control room have also been alerted. Monitoring of the situation in the PDMA control room continues 24/7. Rescue 1122 and other rescue agencies must keep the machinery and personnel alert, he added. DG Irfan Ali Kathia further said that citizens should be careful and stay away from electric poles and hanging wires.
