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Cold Wave Hits Pakistan: Snow and Rain Forecast

2/2/2026

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PMD Forecasts Cold Wave

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts a cold wave starting February 1, with rain and snowfall forecast for January 30 and 31 in several regions.
Heavy snowfall is expected in mountainous areas, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan.
The PMD warns that slippery roads and landslides may occur and urges travelers to exercise caution.
Increased fog and reduced visibility are anticipated, prompting departments to stay on high alert.

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Met Office Weather Warning

The Met Office issued a yellow warning for ice and rain in southwest United Kingdom through 9 am Tuesday after flooding from Storm Chandra.
Up to 50mm of heavy rain is forecast in places.
Temperatures are forecast to fall below zero.
A bomb cyclone in the Southeast United States has brought over 20 inches of snow to parts of North Carolina and left 150,000 people without power.

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PMD Forecasts Cold Wave

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) forecasts a cold wave starting February 1, with rain and snowfall forecast for January 30 and 31 in several regions.
Heavy snowfall is expected in mountainous areas, especially in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan.
The PMD warns that slippery roads and landslides may occur and urges travelers to exercise caution.
Increased fog and reduced visibility are anticipated, prompting departments to stay on high alert.

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