Citizens Revel in Saturday's Hailstorm and Thunderstorm in Islamabad and Rawalpindi

Islamabad and Rawalpindi transformed into a photographer's dream on Saturday afternoon following a hailstorm and thunderstorm that cast an unexpected spell of wintry magic. Locals seized the moment, capturing images and flooding social media with their snapshots.

On Saturday, hail and thunder swept through Islamabad and Rawalpindi, covering both cities in a blanket of snow-like ice. This unexpected event led to an outburst of photography and videography across various social platforms, as reported by local news outlets. The abrupt onset of a severe storm transformed the scenery into something picture-perfect, prompting residents to document this rare occurrence via images and clips shared online, noted a reporter during work hours at the office. People took advantage of the refreshing climate, venturing outdoors to take pictures and record videos. "This cool weather is ideal for going for a stroll," commented one citizen from Islamabad.

The Met Office stated that the hailstorm was associated with a broader weather pattern expected to cause rainfall and thunderstorms across various regions of the nation. A representative mentioned, "More precipitation is anticipated within the upcoming 24-hour period."

The Metropolitan Department’s representative alerted residents to stay alert as the approaching weather system was anticipated to bring additional rainfall and thunderstorms to the area. This advisory was issued preemptively to safeguard public well-being amid the uncertain meteorological situation.

"The children are enjoying playing in the hail, making the best of this wintry paradise," remarked a parent.

Other people were captivated by the picturesque charm of the city. A local resident shared a video along with this comment: "At last, respite from the scorching heat! Islamabad, you appear stunning dressed in white." Another person commented: "I swiftly shielded my vehicle to protect it from the downpour."

Other people had comparable stories, and a local mentioned, "I'm thankful I stored my bicycle under cover; it prevented damage." Even though they were caught off guard, numerous residents found themselves grateful for the milder temperatures after the tempest passed.

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