Heavy rains forecast in Balochistan; flash flooding risk alert

QUETTA, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 24th Jul, 2026) The Regional Meteorological Center (RMC) Quetta has issued a weather advisory warning of heavy rains, thunderstorms, and strong winds across several districts of Balochistan over the next 48 to 72 hours.

Authorities have cautioned that flash flooding may occur in local streams and nullahs of hilly areas, particularly in Khuzdar, Hub, Lasbella, and Awaran, during the wet spell.

The advisory further said that windstorms, lightning, and heavy rainfall could damage weak structures such as solar panels, electric poles, and billboards. Meanwhile, mainly hot weather is expected in most districts of the province, with very hot conditions likely to prevail in Nokkundi, Washuk, Dalbandin, Kharan, Noshki, Sibi, Naseerabad, Jhal Magsi, Usta Muhammad, and surrounding areas.

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Partly cloudy to cloudy conditions accompanied by rain, wind, and thunderstorms are expected at scattered places in Zhob, Sherani, Barkhan, Musakhail, Duki, Loralai, Quetta, Ziarat, Harnai, Killa Saifullah, Kohlu, Dera Bugti, Khuzdar, Awaran, Kech, Hub, Lasbella, and adjoining areas. Occasional strong gusty winds are also likely in most parts of the province.

According to recorded temperatures, Sibi registered a maximum of 45°C, while Gwadar recorded a minimum of 32°C.

The authority has urged residents to remain cautious, particularly in flood-prone areas, and to secure vulnerable structures against potential damage.