WEBDESK: Islamabad Electric Supply Company (Iesco) has put its field teams on high alert due to the possibility of heavy rains and flooding in streams and nullahs around the capital.
According to a statement, Chief Executive Officer Engineer Chaudhry Khalid Mahmood chaired a meeting where he directed all formations to take immediate steps to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the expected weather.
He instructed staff to clear system faults without delay, prevent damage to the power network, and strictly follow safety measures while carrying out repair work. Field officers were also told to maintain full coordination with the district administration and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
The Iesco chief stressed that uninterrupted electricity supply to consumers remains the company’s top priority, adding that its staff have always demonstrated professional capability in handling emergencies.
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab on Friday issued a new alert, predicting heavy rain and thunderstorms in several districts of Punjab from September 6 to 9.
According to PDMA, the heavy monsoon rain are forcasted in Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, and Gujranwala.
PDMA also predicted rain in Lahore, Gujrat, Sialkot, and several other cities during the same period.
Between September 7 and 9, there is a risk of flash flooding in Dera Ghazi Khan, PDMA spokesperson stated.
The authorities directed commissioners and deputy commissioners across the province to remain on high alert and take necessary precautionary measures.
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