Authorities have warned of accelerated glacier melting in the upper districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to rising temperatures and heavy rainfall, raising concerns over possible flooding and related hazards.

According to details surfaced on Tuesday, the administrations of Upper Kohistan, Swat, Upper Dir, Upper Chitral and Lower Chitral have been directed to monitor the possible bursting of glacial lakes.

According to the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), a fresh westerly weather system has entered Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, bringing forecasts of heavy rainfall. The PMD has said that a sudden rise in temperature along with rainfall has increased the danger of glacier outbursts and flash floods in upper areas.

Heavy rain, with isolated intense falls, is expected in Upper and Lower Chitral, Upper Dir, Swat and Upper Kohistan.

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority advised residents and tourists to avoid unnecessary movement near streams, nullahs and rivers.

Instructions have also been issued to move livestock and essential belongings to safer and elevated places in vulnerable areas.

Relevant departments and civil authorities have been directed to enhance monitoring in sensitive areas and keep early warning systems operational.