Pakistan, July 12 -- The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Saturday issued a flood and landslide alert ahead of a fresh spell of monsoon rains expected to affect large parts of the country from July 10 to 13, advising residents and tourists to avoid unnecessary travel to mountainous areas and follow safety instructions. Through special awareness messages and coordination with media channels, NDMA officials urged the public to remain alert and take precautionary measures during the ongoing monsoon spell. The National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) of NDMA warned of possible flash floods, landslides and overflowing streams in northern regions due to expected heavy rainfall.

The NDMA stated that northern areas would rema...