A severe blizzard has crippled daily life in Murree, Abbottabad, and Galiyat, prompting authorities to close tourist destinations and shut down schools for two days.
The heavy snowfall has rendered roads impassable, leaving residents and travelers stranded. Meanwhile, Islamabad and Rawalpindi received 60mm of rainfall, causing water levels in Nullah Lai to rise and triggering flood concerns.
In Dassu, a major landslide has blocked the Karakoram Highway, disrupting traffic and leaving passengers stranded.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has been hit particularly hard, with five consecutive days of rain leading to four fatalities and multiple injuries. The severe weather has wreaked havoc across the province, affecting both urban and rural areas.
As Ramazan begins, a mix of cold and wet conditions has settled over northern and western Pakistan, bringing snowfall and persistent rain. While fasting residents in cooler regions welcomed the drop in temperatures, Karachi faces a contrasting challenge, with the Meteorological Department forecasting halted sea breezes and a temperature surge to 35°C by Friday.
Punjab has also experienced widespread rainfall, with cities like Multan, Sheikhupura, Hafizabad, and Kot Addu receiving heavy downpours. Balochistan saw similar conditions, with districts such as Qila Abdullah, Pishin, Harnai, and Loralai witnessing significant showers, offering relief to fasting residents.
Landslides have blocked key routes in Neelum Valley and Leepa, further complicating travel in the region. In Abbottabad, continuous rain and snowfall have led authorities to restrict tourist access, while the deputy commissioner has announced school closures.
Snow has blanketed the mountains of Ziarat, Toba Achakzai, and Toba Kakari, while Muzaffarabad, Abbottabad, and Skardu resemble winter wonderlands. Snowfall continues in Basham, Shangla Top, Yakhtangi, and Alpuri, causing further travel disruptions.
As the holy month progresses, Pakistan faces a mix of extreme weather conditions, with northern areas enduring severe cold while Karachi residents brace for intense heat.
