Dry weather to prevail in Punjab

LAHORE: Dry weather in plains of Punjab resulted in shooting up of temperature in most cities on Monday and the same weather conditions are likely to prevail during the next 24 hours.

The maximum temperature in provincial capital was recorded at 40 degree Celsius. However, rain and thunderstorm with gusty winds is likely at few places in Kashmir and its adjoining hilly areas.

Local Met Office sources said that mainly hot and dry weather was expected in Punjab, Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.

According to synoptic situation, the continental air is prevailing over most plains of the country.

People have been advised to avoid unnecessary movement in the sun, especially at noon and afternoons.

Farmers have been advised to take all measures for protecting their standing crops and vegetables from effects of high temperatures.