--- title: "Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in upper parts of country, says PMD" description: "Most outlets led with the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the upper parts of the country. Dunya News highlighted the potential for water accumulation and urban flooding in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, while The Nation provided a broader framing of the ongoing monsoon activity. Both mentions of specific impacts were drawn directly from their respective excerpts." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/5538-rawal-dam-spillways-to-open-at-6am-tomorrow-as-water-level site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in upper parts of country, says PMD pakistan · latest filing 6 Sep 2026, 7:08 PM PKT · 30 Aug – 6 Sep 2026 · 63 articles from 19 outlets over 8 developments **HarZaviya summary** — how 19 outlets covered this, generated automatically from their headlines and excerpts: > Most outlets reported that the Rawal Dam spillways would open at 6 a.m. on Monday due to rising water levels following monsoon rains, citing the water level at 1,751.40 feet. Both excerpts led with the timing and reason for the spillway opening, with Associated Press of Pakistan additionally specifying the date as August 31 and mentioning the involvement of the National Disaster Management Authority. ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 6 Sep 2026 — Pakistan weather forecast: Rain and thunderstorms ... (1 outlet) - **Minute Mirror** — [Pakistan weather forecast: Rain and thunderstorms ...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/pakistan-weather-forecast-rain-and-thunderstorms-eexpected-in-kp-and-gilgit-baltistan-625609/) · 6 Sep 2026, 7:08 PM PKT > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast hot and humid weather across most parts of the country during the next 24 hours while some areas of Gilgit-Baltistan and upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa may receive rain accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms. ### 5 Sep 2026 — Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in upper parts of country, says PMD (2 outlets) > Most outlets led with the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s warning of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the upper parts of the country. Dunya News highlighted the potential for water accumulation and urban flooding in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, while The Nation provided a broader framing of the ongoing monsoon activity. Both mentions of specific impacts were drawn directly from their respective excerpts. - **The Nation** — [Heavy rain, thunderstorms expected in upper parts of country: PMD](https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Sep-2026/heavy-rain-thunderstorms-expected-upper-parts-country-pmd) · 5 Sep 2026, 12:17 PM PKT > The ongoing monsoon spell is expected to remain active across the upper parts of the country on Saturday, with the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasting rain, thunderstorms and heavy downpours in several areas. - **Dunya News** — [Heavy rain, thunderstorms expected in upper parts of country: PMD](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/971436-heavy-rain-thunderstorms-expected-in-upper-parts-of-country-pmd) · 5 Sep 2026, 10:19 AM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > The PMD warned of possible water accumulation and urban flooding in Rawalpindib and Islamabad ### 4 Sep 2026 — More rain and thunderstorms forecast in Islamabad and Rawalpindi (8 outlets) > Most outlets reported the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s forecast of rain and thunderstorms in Islamabad and Rawalpindi for September 4 and 5, with some also noting the potential for heavy downpours and urban flooding in low-lying areas. A few outlets, including Associated Press of Pakistan, focused on the operational response to rising water levels at Rawal Dam, mentioning the opening of spillways to manage the reservoir. While the majority led with weather predictions, others provided additional context on the impact of the rain on infrastructure. - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [PMD forecasts rain, strong winds in Upper and Central Punjab](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/04-Sep-2026/pmd-forecasts-rain-strong-winds-in-upper-and-central-punjab) · 4 Sep 2026, 9:34 PM PKT > ISLAMABAD – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain accompanied by strong winds and thunderstorms in Islamabad and several parts of upper and central Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan. Heavy rainfall has also been reported at some locations, while southern parts of the country remained hot and humid. The PMD […] - **Pakistan Observer** — [Islamabad, Rawalpindi Weather: More Rains, Heavy Falls Expected](https://pakobserver.net/islamabad-rawalpindi-weather-more-rains-heavy-falls-expected/) · 4 Sep 2026, 8:08 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > More intermittent monsoon rains with heavy downpours are expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on Friday night and… - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Rawal Dam’s spillways are reopened to manage rising water levels after continuous rainfall pushed the reservoir beyond the safety threshold.](https://www.app.com.pk/photos-section/rawal-dams-spillways-are-reopened-to-manage-rising-water-levels-after-continuous-rainfall-pushed-the-reservoir-beyond-the-safety-threshold/) · 4 Sep 2026, 6:16 PM PKT · 38% identical wording to the newest filing - **Minute Mirror** — [Heavy rain lashes Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Swat](https://minutemirror.com.pk/heavy-rain-lashes-islamabad-rawalpindi-and-swat-624324/) · 4 Sep 2026, 10:32 AM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a weather advisory on Wednesday predicting more rain in the upper regions of the country over the weekend, particularly in the Potohar region and Islamabad. The Met office said that monsoon currents were penetrating the upper parts of the country, according to the advisory issued at 3pm on Wednesday. It added that a westerly wave was also affe... - **The Nation** — [PMD forecasts more rain, thunderstorms in upper parts on Sept 4-5](https://www.nation.com.pk/04-Sep-2026/pmd-forecasts-rain-thunderstorms-upper-parts-sept-4-5) · 4 Sep 2026, 10:25 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast rain and thunderstorms, including isolated heavy to very heavy showers, in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and other upper parts of the country on September 4 and 5. - **Dunya News** — [PMD forecasts more rain in Islamabad, Rawalpindi](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/971275-pmd-forecasts-more-rain-in-islamabad-rawalpindi) · 4 Sep 2026, 10:05 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > The Met Office warned that heavy rainfall could trigger urban flooding in low-lying areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi - **Hum News English** — [Rain continues in Islamabad as showers forecast for KP, Balochistan](https://humenglish.com/latest/rain-continues-in-islamabad-as-showers-forecast-for-kp-balochistan/) · 4 Sep 2026, 9:19 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Rain continues to lash parts of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with thunderstorms and showers forecast for several districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and upper Balochistan over the next 24 hours as the spell persists across the region. Rain began in the twin cities early in the morning around 4:20am, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The department recorded 21 millim... - **Dawn** — [More rain forecast in Islamabad, Rawalpindi](https://www.dawn.com/news/2027281/more-rain-forecast-in-islamabad-rawalpindi) · 4 Sep 2026, 8:42 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > RAWALPINDI: The Pakistan Meteorological Department has forecast more rain and thundershowers in the upper parts of the country, including Rawalpindi and Islamabad, on September 4 and 5. The Met Office said monsoon currents were penetrating the upper parts of the country. A westerly wave was also affecting the upper parts and was likely to strengthen on September 4 and 5. It stated that rain, wi... ### 3 Sep 2026 — Heavy rain and urban flooding risk forecast in northern Pakistan (6 outlets) > Most outlets reported the Pakistan Meteorological Department's (PMD) forecast of heavy rain and urban flooding risks in northern regions, including Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Kashmir. Several also highlighted the potential for landslides, particularly in hilly areas. While most coverage led with the weather warning, a few outlets, such as The Nation and Pakistan Observer, added more specific details about the timing and affected areas. Overall, the framing was consistent, with a focus on the PMD’s official forecasts. - **Pakistan Today** — [Heavy rain, urban flooding risk forecast in upper parts, twin cities](https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/03/heavy-rain-urban-flooding-risk-forecast-in-upper-parts-twin-cities) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:12 PM PKT - **Pakistan Observer** — [Islamabad, Rawalpindi Weather: Widespread Rains, Heavy Falls Expected](https://pakobserver.net/islamabad-rawalpindi-weather-widespread-rains-heavy-falls-expected/) · 3 Sep 2026, 7:50 PM PKT · 47% identical wording to the newest filing > Widespread monsoon rains with isolated heavy downpours are expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on Thursday night, Friday… - **Aaj News (English)** — [Fresh rain spell to lash KP, Kashmir, GB until Sept 6](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330470697/fresh-rain-spell-to-lash-kp-kashmir-gb-until-sept-6) · 3 Sep 2026, 3:38 PM PKT · 50% identical wording to the newest filing > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast a new spell of rain from today until September 6, with the country’s upper regions expected to receive most of the rainfall. The department warned that low-lying areas of Islamabad and Rawalpindi could face urban flooding, while mountainous areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Murree and Galiyat remain at risk of lands... - **BOL News** — [PMD warns of urban flooding risk across northern Pakistan](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/pmd-warns-of-urban-flooding-risk-across-northern-pakistan) · 3 Sep 2026, 10:40 AM PKT · 56% identical wording to the newest filing > PMD warns of heavy rain & urban flooding risks across northern Pakistan until Friday. Islamabad forecasts potential landslides. - **The Nation** — [PMD forecasts rain, thunderstorms across upper parts of country](https://www.nation.com.pk/03-Sep-2026/pmd-forecasts-rain-thunderstorms-across-upper-parts-country) · 3 Sep 2026, 9:30 AM PKT · 49% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Rain-wind/thundershowers are expected in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Punjab, the Pothohar region, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir on Thursday, with isolated heavy rainfall likely during the evening and night, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said. - **Dunya News** — [Heavy rain, urban flooding risk forecast in upper parts, twin cities](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/971080-heavy-rain-urban-flooding-risk-forecast-in-upper-parts-twin-cities) · 3 Sep 2026, 9:18 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > The PMD warned of landslides in hilly areas of upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Murree, Galiyat and Kashmir ### 2 Sep 2026 — Heavy Rain Expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Upper Regions from September 4 (8 outlets) > Most outlets reported the Pakistan Meteorological Department’s (PMD) forecast of heavy rain in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and upper regions from September 4–5, with warnings of urban flooding and landslides. Some, like Geo News and Pakistan Today, explicitly mentioned the risk of urban flooding, while others, such as Aaj News and 24 News HD, highlighted the PMD alert and advised authorities to remain alert. A few, including Minute Mirror and Associated Press of Pakistan, also noted the opening of Rawal Dam spillways or included additional regional details like thundershowers in Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir. - **Minute Mirror** — [Rawal Dam spillways opened as water level rises af...](https://minutemirror.com.pk/rawal-dam-spillways-opened-as-water-level-rises-after-heavy-rain-623667/) · 3 Sep 2026, 6:25 AM PKT > The district administration has opened the spillways of Rawal Dam after heavy rainfall in Islamabad and surrounding areas caused a - **Pakistan Today** — [PMD warns of heavy rains, urban flooding in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and upper regions](https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2026/09/02/pmd-warns-of-heavy-rains-urban-flooding-in-islamabad-rawalpindi-and-upper-regions) · 2 Sep 2026, 10:28 PM PKT · 66% identical wording to the newest filing - **Geo News** — [Heavy rain, urban flooding risk forecast in upper parts, twin cities](https://www.geo.tv/latest/680359-heavy-rain-urban-flooding-risk-forecast-in-upper-parts-twin-cities) · 2 Sep 2026, 10:06 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Commuters wade through a flooded street after heavy monsoon rainfall in Rawalpindi on September 1, 2026. — AFPRain disrupts classes at Rawalpindi girls’ school.Body of drowned girl recovered from drain.Karachi may receive drizzle amid humid conditions. - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Rain, thundershower expected in upper parts, Islamabad on Thursday](https://www.app.com.pk/national/rain-thundershower-expected-in-upper-parts-islamabad-on-thursday/) · 2 Sep 2026, 8:29 PM PKT · 49% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD, Sep 02 (APP):Rain-wind/thundershower is expected in upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, northeast Punjab, Pothohar region, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir on Thursday, with isolated heavy rainfall likely during evening and night, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD). The PMD forecast said hot and humid weather would prevail in other plain areas of the country. It w... - **Aaj News (English)** — [Another spell of rain likely in Islamabad, Rawalpindi from Sept 4](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330470570/another-spell-of-rain-likely-in-islamabad-rawalpindi-from-sept-4) · 2 Sep 2026, 7:24 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast another spell of rain in Islamabad, Rawalpindi and the Potohar region from September 4, warning of possible urban flooding in low-lying areas and landslides in mountainous regions. According to the PMD, monsoon currents are entering the upper parts of the country, while a westerly wave is also influencing the weather system. Rain accompa... - **Dawn** — [PMD predicts more rain in upper regions over the weekend, including Islamabad](https://www.dawn.com/news/2026909/pmd-predicts-more-rain-in-upper-regions-over-the-weekend-including-islamabad) · 2 Sep 2026, 6:44 PM PKT · 55% identical wording to the newest filing > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a weather advisory on Wednesday predicting more rain in the upper regions of the country over the weekend, particularly in the Potohar region and Islamabad. The Met office said that monsoon currents were penetrating the upper parts of the country, according to the advisory issued at 3pm on Wednesday. It added that a westerly wave was also affe... - **24 News HD** — [PMD issues rain alert for KP, AJK and Punjab region on Sept 4-5](https://www.24newshd.tv/02-Sep-2026/pmd-issues-rain-alert-kp-ajk-punjab-region-sept-4-5) · 2 Sep 2026, 6:09 PM PKT · 53% identical wording to the newest filing > The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has forecast more rain in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Pothohar region and other upper parts of the country on September 4 and 5, advising all relevant departments to remain alert, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. - **Hum News English** — [Fresh rain spell expected in Islamabad, Rawalpindi from September 4: NDMA](https://humenglish.com/latest/fresh-rain-spell-expected-in-islamabad-rawalpindi-from-september-4-ndma/) · 2 Sep 2026, 10:41 AM PKT · 59% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Rain is expected to continue across most parts of Pakistan until September 7, while Islamabad and Rawalpindi could receive another spell of heavy rain from September 4, according to National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) expert Tayyab Shah. Speaking on Hum News programme Subah Se Aagay, Shah said Islamabad and Chaklala recorded relatively higher rainfall on Wednesday, while wa... ### 1 Sep 2026 — Heavy rain causes flooding and school closures in Islamabad and Rawalpindi (8 outlets) > Most outlets led with reports of heavy rain causing urban flooding and school closures in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with some also noting the opening of Rawal Dam spillways due to rising water levels. Several outlets highlighted the meteorological forecasts predicting continued or renewed rainfall from September 4–5, with warnings of potential urban flooding and landslides. While Dawn provided specific casualty figures and details about nullah levels, other outlets either omitted such specifics or mentioned them only briefly. - **Hum News English** — [Heavy rain floods low-lying areas in Rawalpindi, Islamabad](https://humenglish.com/latest/heavy-rain-floods-low-lying-areas-in-rawalpindi-islamabad/) · 2 Sep 2026, 9:05 AM PKT > RAWALPINDI/ISLAMABAD: Heavy rain lashed Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Wednesday, leaving water accumulated in several low-lying areas and prompting authorities to place all relevant departments on high alert. The twin cities received an average of 16 millimetres of rain, with Saidpur recording 45mm, H-8 30mm, New Kattarian 12mm, Pirwadhai 4mm and Shamsabad 2mm. The water level in Nullah Lai at Ka... - **Dawn** — [Heavy rain throws Islamabad, Rawalpindi into chaos](https://www.dawn.com/news/2026697/heavy-rain-throws-islamabad-rawalpindi-into-chaos) · 2 Sep 2026, 8:35 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > • Three killed as heaviest rain in three years lashes Rawalpindi, Islamabad• Overflowing water from nullahs in E-11, Ghauri Town floods roads, houses• Leh Nullah rises to 29.5 feet at Kattarian and 20 feet at Gawalmandi• Rescue 1122 evacuates 60 people in Rawalpindi• Met Office forecasts more rains ISLAMABAD/RAWALPINDI: Three people lost their lives and another was critically injured in rain-re... - **Daily Times** — [Heavy rain batters twin cities, schools closed in Rawalpindi](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1546686/heavy-rain-batters-twin-cities-schools-closed-in-rawalpindi/) · 2 Sep 2026, 6:02 AM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > Torrential rain that began in the early hours of Tuesday caused widespread urban flooding in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, inundating low-lying areas, disrupting traffic and prompting authorities to put emergency services on high alert. According to the Rawalpindi Deputy Commissioner Captain (retd) Nadeem Nasir, around 200 millimetres of rain had been recorded in Rawalpindi, with the […] - **The Nation** — [Rain-thundershower expected in upper areas, Islamabad on Wednesday](https://www.nation.com.pk/01-Sep-2026/rain-thundershower-expected-upper-areas-islamabad-wednesday) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:54 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Rain-wind/thundershower with isolated heavy falls is expected in Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pothohar region, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir and adjoining hilly areas on Wednesday, while hot and humid weather is likely to prevail in other plain areas of the country. - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Rain-thundershower expected in upper areas, Islamabad on Wednesday](https://www.app.com.pk/national/rain-thundershower-expected-in-upper-areas-islamabad-on-wednesday/) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:40 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Rain-wind/thundershower with isolated heavy falls is expected in Upper Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pothohar region, Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir and adjoining hilly areas on Wednesday, while hot and humid weather is likely to prevail in other plain areas of the country. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Islamabad, Rawalpindi Weather: More Rains, Heavy Falls Predicted](https://pakobserver.net/islamabad-rawalpindi-weather-more-rains-heavy-falls-predicted/) · 1 Sep 2026, 5:13 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > More intermittent rains with isolated heavy falls are predicted in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and parts of Pakistan on Tuesday night and… - **ProPakistani** — [Islamabad to Open Rawal Dam Spillways as Water Level Rises](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/01/islamabad-to-open-rawal-dam-spillways-as-water-level-rises/) · 1 Sep 2026, 2:41 PM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > The Islamabad district administration has decided to open the spillways of Rawal Dam after heavy rainfall in Islamabad and adjoining… Read More - **Business Recorder** — [Torrential rain inundates low-lying areas of Rawalpindi, Islamabad; schools closed](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40437398/torrential-rain-inundates-low-lying-areas-of-rawalpindi-islamabad-schools-closed) · 1 Sep 2026, 2:40 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > Torrential rain battered Rawalpindi and Islamabad, flooding low-lying areas and disrupting traffic, while authorities announced a holiday for educational institutions on Tuesday, Aaj News reported. According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), 201 millimetres of rain was recorded at Shamsabad, the highest in the twin cities, followed by 186mm at New Katarian, 157mm at Golra and 146... ### 31 Aug 2026 — Heavy rain hits Islamabad and Rawalpindi, schools closed (14 outlets) > Most outlets led with the closure of schools in Rawalpindi and Islamabad due to heavy rain and flooding. Several also highlighted the rising water levels in Nullah Lai and the declaration of a rain emergency. A few outlets, such as Hum News English and ARY News (English), additionally reported on the opening of Rawal Dam spillways in response to the rising water levels. While the core information was consistent across the coverage, some outlets placed greater emphasis on evacuation alerts or the involvement of the Pakistan Army in emergency response, based on their respective excerpts. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Will schools remain closed in Rawalpindi tomorrow 2 September 2026?](https://pakobserver.net/will-schools-remain-closed-in-rawalpindi-tomorrow-2-september-2026/) · 1 Sep 2026, 2:16 PM PKT > RAWALPINDI – Heavy rain in twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi inundated low-lying areas and raised the water level in… - **Aaj News (English)** — [Heavy rain floods Rawalpindi, Islamabad as authorities declare emergency](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330470331/heavy-rain-floods-rawalpindi-islamabad-as-authorities-declare-emergency) · 1 Sep 2026, 12:43 PM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > Heavy rains caused widespread flooding in low-lying areas of Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Tuesday, prompting authorities to close educational institutions as rescue agencies were placed on high alert. According to the Meteorological Department, the highest rainfall of 201 mm was recorded in Shamsabad, followed by 186 mm in New Katarian, 157 mm in Golra and 146 mm at the Pakistan Meteorological D... - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Heavy rain inundates parts of Islamabad; Rawal Dam spillways to open](https://www.app.com.pk/national/heavy-rain-inundates-parts-of-islamabad-rawal-dam-spillways-to-open/) · 1 Sep 2026, 11:52 AM PKT · 66% identical wording to the newest filing > Torrential rain inundated several low-lying areas of the federal capital on Tuesday, with nullahs overflowing in E-11 and Ghouri Town and water entering roads and some building basements, while the Rawal Dam’s spillways were scheduled to be opened at 2pm as its water level reached 1,751.90 feet. - **ARY News (English)** — [Water level surges at Rawal Dam after heavy rainfall](https://arynews.tv/water-level-surges-rawal-dam-heavy-rainfall) · 1 Sep 2026, 11:51 AM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Islamabad district administration decided to open spillways of Rawal Dam after heavy rainfall in Islamabad and adjoining areas raised water level at water reservoir on Tuesday. - **24 News HD** — [Rain emergency imposed, schools shut in Rawalpindi as heavy rain lashes twin cities](https://www.24newshd.tv/01-Sep-2026/rain-emergency-imposed-schools-shut-rawalpindi-heavy-rain-lashes-twin-cities) · 1 Sep 2026, 10:35 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Torrential rain in the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Tuesday inundated low-lying areas, flooded streets and roads, prompting the authorities to close schools and impose rain emergency in the garrison city, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. - **Minute Mirror** — [Heavy rain pushes Nullah Lai above danger mark](https://minutemirror.com.pk/heavy-rain-pushes-nullah-lai-above-danger-mark-622392/) · 1 Sep 2026, 10:28 AM PKT · 55% identical wording to the newest filing > Torrential rain in Rawalpindi and Islamabad has pushed the water level in Nullah Lai above the danger mark, prompting authorities to call in the Pakistan Army to assist with emergency response efforts around the Gawalmandi area. - **Hum News English** — [Rawal Dam spillways to open at 11am as water level nears capacity](https://humenglish.com/latest/rawal-dam-spillways-to-open-at-11am-as-water-level-nears-capacity/) · 1 Sep 2026, 10:26 AM PKT · 56% identical wording to the newest filing > The Rawal Dam spillways will be opened at 11am on Tuesday after heavy rainfall in the catchment area pushed the reservoir’s water level close to its maximum storage capacity. According to an official notice, the water level at Rawal Dam reached 1,751.90 feet on September 1, prompting authorities to open the spillways to manage the rising water level. The dam’s maximum storage level is 1,752 fee... - **Daily Times** — [Heavy rain puts Rawalpindi and Islamabad on high alert](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1546435/heavy-rain-puts-rawalpindi-and-islamabad-on-high-alert/) · 1 Sep 2026, 10:07 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Authorities closed schools across Rawalpindi and Islamabad after heavy rain caused flooding in several areas. The downpour began around 3:20am and continued until 8am, according to the Pakistan Meteorological Department. Rawalpindi received nearly 200 millimetres of rain, marking its highest rainfall in three years. Officials placed emergency departments on high alert as water levels rose […] - **Dunya News** — [Schools closed as heavy rain floods parts of Rawalpindi, Islamabad](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/970717-schools-closed-as-heavy-rain-floods-parts-of-rawalpindi-islamabad) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:48 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > The water level in Nullah Lai continued to rise following the heavy downpour, prompting authorities to issue an evacuation alert for residents living in vulnerable areas - **ProPakistani** — [Evacuation Alert Issued After Nullah Lai Water Level Hits Critical Level](https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/01/evacuation-alert-issued-after-nullah-lai-water-level-hits-critical-level/) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:48 AM PKT · 55% identical wording to the newest filing > Heavy rainfall in Rawalpindi has pushed the water level in Nullah Lai close to the critical evacuation mark, prompting authorities… Read More - **Geo News** — [Schools closed, authorities on alert following heavy downpour in Rawalpindi, Islamabad](https://www.geo.tv/latest/680091-schools-closed-authorities-on-alert-amid-heavy-downpour-in-rawalpindi-islamabad) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:16 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > A general view of Nullah Lai following heavy rains in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, September 1, 2026. — Geo NewsResidents living around Nullah Lai directed to evacuate.Wasa declares rain emergency in Lai's catchment areas.Agency urges citizens to avoid unnecessary travel. - **Dawn** — [Heavy rain lashes Islamabad and Rawalpindi](https://www.dawn.com/news/2026565/heavy-rain-lashes-islamabad-and-rawalpindi) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:14 AM PKT · 66% identical wording to the newest filing > RAWALPINDI: Heavy rain lashed Rawalpindi and Islamabad on Tuesday morning, inundating low-lying areas and raising the water level in Leh Nullah. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said that the water level in Leh Nullah had risen to 29 feet at Kattarian and 23.5 feet at Gawalmandi. Evacuation begun along Kattarian and Gawalmandi as 200mm of rain was recorded in the catchment areas of ... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Heavy rains flood parts of Pakistan’s capital as Rawalpindi declares holiday](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2656496/pakistan) · 1 Sep 2026, 9:09 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Heavy monsoon rains flooded parts of Pakistan’s twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Tuesday, overflowing a drain, inundating roads and basements and prompting authorities to close educational institutions as water in Rawalpindi’s Nullah Lai rose to dangerous levels. - **Daily Pakistan (English)** — [Schools closed in Rawalpindi, Islamabad as heavy rain raises flood risk](https://en.dailypakistan.com.pk/01-Sep-2026/schools-closed-in-rawalpindi-islamabad-as-heavy-rain-raises-flood-risk) · 1 Sep 2026, 8:30 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > RAWALPINDI/ISLAMABAD – All public and private educational institutions in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have been closed today (1 September 2026) as torrential rain lashed the twin cities, with around 160 millimetres of rainfall recorded overall and water levels in Nullah Lai continuing to rise. The heavy downpour has raised concerns over urban flooding, particularly in low-lying […] - **The Express Tribune** — [Heavy rain batters twin cities, schools closed in Rawalpindi](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2626856/heavy-rain-batters-twin-cities-schools-closed-in-rawalpindi) · 1 Sep 2026, 5:23 AM PKT · 70% identical wording to the newest filing > Around 200 mm of rain had been records in Rawalpindi; Islamabad records around 150mm of rain in E-11 ### 30 Aug 2026 — Rawal Dam spillways to open as water level rises due to monsoon rains (3 outlets) > Most outlets reported the opening of Rawal Dam spillways at 6 a.m. on Monday due to rising water levels following monsoon rains, with the level reaching 1,751.40 feet. Aaj News (English) noted that this was the third time this year the dam reached near-full capacity, while Associated Press of Pakistan mentioned the involvement of the National Disaster Management Authority in the decision. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Rawal Dam spillways opened as water level nears maximum capacity](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330470167/rawal-dam-spillways-opened-as-water-level-nears-maximum-capacity) · 31 Aug 2026, 10:44 AM PKT > The spillways of Islamabad’s Rawal Dam were opened at 6am on Monday after the dam reached near-full capacity for the third time this year, as monsoon rains continue in Islamabad and surrounding areas. The water level at the dam has risen to 1,751.40 feet, approaching its maximum storage level of 1,752 feet. Authorities opened the spillways after the water level rose significantly, creating addi... - **Associated Press of Pakistan** — [Rawal Dam spillways to open at 6am tomorrow as water level rises](https://www.app.com.pk/national/rawal-dam-spillways-to-open-at-6am-tomorrow-as-water-level-rises/) · 30 Aug 2026, 11:29 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has decided to open the spillways of Rawal Dam at 6am on Monday, August 31, as the dam’s water level has reached 1,751.40 feet, with increased water flow expected in Korang Nullah, prompting authorities to urge residents living along the watercourse to remain vigilant and avoid crossing the nullah or temporary bridges if the flow becomes strong. - **Dunya News** — [Rawal Dam spillways to open Monday morning as water level rises after monsoon rains](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/970482-rawal-dam-spillways-to-open-monday-morning-as-water-level-rises-after-) · 30 Aug 2026, 7:35 PM PKT · 89% identical wording to the newest filing > Islamabad authorities will open Rawal Dam spillways at 6 a.m. Monday after its water level rose to 1,751.40 feet amid continuing monsoon rains. ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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