The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) stated that heavy storms across Punjab have resulted in the deaths of thirteen individuals and injuries to several others.
A preliminary report issued by PDMA said that the fatalities occurred due to the collapse of dilapidated buildings and accidents at unsafe locations. Three deaths were reported in Jhelum, while one fatality each occurred in Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sheikhupura, Mianwali, and Nankana Sahib.
In Lahore, incidents of fallen trees and damaged solar panels were also reported. Numerous mud and old houses were damaged by the storm.
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Relief Commissioner Punjab, Nabeel Javed, has instructed authorities to provide the best medical treatment to the injured.
All commissioners, deputy commissioners, and rescue services across the province have been directed to remain on high alert.
Solar panels and hoarding boards installed on rooftops of several houses were also blown down. Damage to citizens' vehicles and motorbikes was reported.
Rainfall began in different parts of Lahore, including Gulberg, Model Town, Mall Road, and Cantonment, along with thunder and lightning.
The spell of heavy rain is expected to continue intermittently, according to the Meteorological Department.
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