Train services suspended from Quetta due to floods

Train services from Quetta and other cities of Balochistan have been suspended today because of the flood situation.

According to railway officials, the Jaffar Express to Peshawar and the Bolan Mail to Karachi have been cancelled as a safety measure. All trains from Quetta to Peshawar and Karachi will not operate today. The Jaffar Express from Peshawar to Quetta has also been cancelled.

Passengers affected by the cancellations will receive refunds. Authorities said that train services from Quetta are expected to resume on Sunday.

Earlier, Pakistan Railways had suspended several train services across the country after heavy monsoon rains damaged railway tracks and caused waterlogging. Emergency teams are working to clear the tracks and restore services. Officials advised passengers to always check schedules before traveling.

The Met Office has warned of more heavy rains. In Sindh, downpours are expected in Karachi, Thatta, Sujawal, Badin, and Tharparkar from August 30 to September 2. Interior districts like Hyderabad, Sukkur, Ghotki, Dadu, Jacobabad, and Larkana may also face rain and flooding.

In Balochistan, coastal and eastern areas, including Gwadar, Kech, Panjgur, Khuzdar, Lasbela, and Kalat are likely to face heavy rains and possible flooding from Friday until September 1.

Authorities have assured passengers that refunds and rescheduling options will be available.

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