The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Thursday issued a weather alert warning of heavy monsoon rains in Lahore and several other cities of the province, urging relevant departments and the public to remain vigilant.

According to PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, the seventh spell of monsoon rains has begun and is expected to continue until August 21. He warned that this spell is significantly stronger than previous ones and may result in intense rainfall across river catchments as well as the plains of Punjab.

“The monsoon showers are likely to affect most districts of the province,” Mr Kathia said, noting that both urban and rural areas could be impacted.

In response to the forecast, the PDMA chief has directed all deputy commissioners to ensure on-ground

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