Met office forecasts rain and snowfall in Punjab, KP

The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) on Tuesday has predicted widespread rain, thunderstorms, and snowfall in the upper regions of the country from February 19 to 21.The weather system is expected to improve water availability, benefit agriculture, and enhance the natural beauty of scenic northern areas.According to the Met Office, a frontal weather system will enter the country on February 19, bringing rain-wind/thunderstorms and snowfall over hills in Gilgit-Baltistan, Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and parts of Balochistan.Murree, Galliyat, Naran, Kaghan, Swat and Skardu are likely to witness fresh snowfall, offering a spectacular winter landscape for tourists and adventure seekers.Islamabad and major cities in Punjab, including Lahore, Faisalabad, Sialkot and Gujranwala, will experience refreshing showers, which are expected to improve air quality and wash away pollutants.