On May 24, 2025, a powerful thunderstorm accompanied by heavy rainfall struck Pakistan’s Punjab province, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 18 lives. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued warnings for continued adverse weather conditions, predicting more rain, wind, and thunderstorms across Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Islamabad from May 27 to May 31.

The storm caused significant damage to infrastructure, uprooting trees, toppling electric poles, and damaging buildings. In Lahore, several neighborhoods experienced flooding, leading to disruptions in transportation and power outages. Emergency services have been mobilized to assist affected communities, with rescue operations ongoing in the hardest-hit areas.

The PMD has advised residents to exercise caution during this period, recommending that people stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and keep away from loose structures, electric poles, trees, and solar panels. Authorities are working to clear debris and restore essential services, but the forecasted continuation of severe weather poses challenges to these efforts.

This recent storm highlights the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in Pakistan, a trend attributed to climate change. Experts emphasize the need for improved infrastructure, early warning systems, and public awareness campaigns to mitigate the impact of such disasters.

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