The intensity of the cyclone for which warnings have been given out to Pakistan’s coastal areas, has now decreased substantially and according to the MET department, there is no more a danger to the country’s coastal belts.
Talking to a private television channel, the Director for the MET department Mohammad Haneef on Friday said that due to the decrease in the intensity of the cyclone, there is no direct danger to Pakistan anymore, however, stormy conditions may prevail near the country’s southern coastal belts on Sunday and Monday.
Haneef said that although there is no imminent danger anymore, there remains a forecast of heavy rains and strong winds in these belts.
Fishermen are still advised to stay away from the waters, he added.
Cyclone threat to Pakistan’s coastal belt averted: MET
