The NDMA had asked all departments concerned to remain on high alert from July 11 to 13 and to ensure timely clearance of sewerage drainage system in all major cities including Karachi, Rawalpindi, Lahore and Peshawar and necessary precautions.

The NDMA had asked people residing close to river plains and water courses to vacate dangerous buildings and stay away from electric wires and avoid swimming during rain.

National Highway Authority, Frontier Works Organizations and C&W departments of respective provinces and regions had been asked to remain vigilant.

National Institute of Health and National Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Network (NHEPRN) had been asked for necessary staff and medicines.

Pakistan Meteorological Department had forecast heavy rainfalls on July 11 to 13.