Lahore, Pakistan's second-largest city has experienced record-breaking rainfall in October, with more than 140 mm falling so far this month. This is significantly higher than the average rainfall for October, which is around 120 mm. According to media reports, Chief Meteorologist Muhammad Aslam said that the heavy rains in October are unprecedented. "In the past 30 years, we have never seen so much rain in October," he said. "This is a clear sign of climate change." Aslam said that the heavy rains are likely to continue in the coming years. "We need to be prepared for more extreme weather events in the future," he said.

Experts said that the heavy rains were due to climate change. Lahore has been experiencing increasingly hot and humid summers in recent years, and this is creating the conditions for more extreme weather events. The heavy rains have caused some disruption in Lahore, with some roads flooding and schools closing. However, the rains have also helped to clear the city's notorious smog, which is a major public health problem. Experts said that the Pakistani government needs to take steps to adapt to the effects of climate change. This includes investing in infrastructure to protect against flooding and other extreme weather events, as well as developing drought-resistant crops

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)