Pakistan, Feb. 24 -- The dry bed of Indus River at Hussenabad reflects water shortage, affecting irrigation, farming and daily life in surrounding areas. app

Rising temperatures may accelerate glacier melt and increase Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risk in northern Pakistan, the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) said on Monday.

The rainfall and snowfall in northern Pakistan remained below normal during the winter season, consistent with the seasonal forecast issued by PMD. Reduced precipitation and persistent clear-sky conditions have resulted in stable atmospheric patterns and significantly elevated temperatures across Gilgit-Baltistan from February 1 to 22.

Daytime (maximum) temperatures were recorded 3-5C above normal, ...