SWAT, Aug. 6: The district administration has issued a public advisory after reports of heavy rainfall in the tourist destination of Malam Jabba, warning that the ongoing downpour could lead to increased water flow in seasonal streams and low-lying areas.
According to the administration, Rescue 1122, Civil Defence, Swat Police, and other relevant departments have been placed on high alert and are continuously monitoring the situation to ensure public safety.
Residents and tourists have been advised to exercise extreme caution while travelling, avoid visiting rivers, streams, and flood-prone areas, and strictly follow the instructions issued by the local administration.
The district administration also urged the public to rely only on official sources for weather updates and emergency information and to immediately contact the relevant authorities in case of any emergency.
Officials reaffirmed that all concerned departments remain fully prepared to respond to any developing situation and appealed to the public to remain calm, stay vigilant, and adopt precautionary measures during the ongoing spell of monsoon rains.