Islamabad, Mar 3, 2025: Up to three inches of snow have blanketed Murree, as per the spokesperson of the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA).
Further precipitation, including rain and snowfall, is anticipated over the next 24 hours, the PDMA representative reported.
Utilizing advanced equipment, authorities are actively clearing snow from the main roads, stated the Director General (DG) of PDMA.
Essential machinery and personnel have been stationed along key routes and high-traffic areas in Murree, confirmed DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia.
Currently, all major roads in Murree remain open to traffic, according to the DG PDMA.
Punjab’s Relief Commissioner, Nabeel Javed, has instructed local authorities in Murree to maintain a state of readiness.
The administration must exercise diligence and ensure there are no lapses in their response, emphasized Punjab Relief Commissioner, Nabeel Javed.
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Prioritizing smooth vehicular movement on roadways is crucial, reaffirmed Nabeel Javed.
To assist visitors, thirteen information centers have been established across Murree, confirmed the Punjab Relief Commissioner.
Travelers are advised to review weather updates before setting out on their journey, suggested the Relief Commissioner Punjab.
Authorities urge residents and tourists to take necessary precautions and avoid non-essential travel, added DG PDMA.
Continuous Rain in Islamabad and Its Impact on Wheat Crop
Islamabad has been experiencing persistent rainfall since midnight, continuing into midday.
This prolonged wet spell is expected to have a beneficial effect on the wheat crop in Pothohar, particularly in Chakwal, Murree, Hazara Division, and Kashmir.
The prolonged dry conditions had previously stunted crop growth, but this fresh bout of rain may provide much-needed relief, potentially revitalizing the wheat fields and boosting agricultural yield in these regions.
