The death toll from ongoing monsoon rains across Pakistan has reached 281, with two more children losing their lives on Monday, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). Since June 26, at least 675 people have been injured in various rain-related incidents. The heavy rains have caused flash floods, landslides, and urban flooding across several regions.
Punjab remains the hardest-hit province, reporting 151 deaths and 535 injuries. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa follows with 64 casualties and 79 injured. In Sindh, the rains have killed 27 people and injured 40. Meanwhile, Balochistan has lost 20 lives, and four people have sustained injuries due to rain-triggered disasters.
Gilgit-Baltistan has also suffered from intense rainfall, resulting in nine deaths and four injuries. Azad Kashmir reported two fatalities and ten injuries, while in Islamabad, eight people died and three were hurt. Overall, the rains have caused widespread destruction and disrupted normal life in many areas.
According to the NDMA report, 1,557 houses have been damaged nationwide, and 372 livestock have died. Additionally, 651 kilometers of roads and 12 bridges have been destroyed. Authorities are on high alert as the damage continues to increase due to persistent rainfall and associated hazards.
The ongoing monsoon has led to both urban flooding and glacial lake outburst floods in various regions, particularly in the northern areas. With more rain expected, rescue teams are working around the clock to evacuate people and provide emergency aid to affected communities.
Experts have raised alarm over the unusually high rainfall this season, fearing a repeat of the 2022 disaster that submerged one-third of the country and killed over 1,700 people. The government has urged the public to stay alert and follow safety guidelines during the ongoing weather emergency.