Heavy floods have caused widespread destruction in southern Punjab and parts of Sindh. Rivers Chenab and Sutlej have overflowed, damaging hundreds of villages in Jalalpur Pirwala. Floodwater is now close to entering urban areas, forcing officials to evacuate residents. Local mosques are making loudspeaker announcements to help people leave safely. Rescue operations continue around the clock, with teams from police, Rescue 1122, civil defense, and district administration working together.
Authorities warn that another flood wave from River Chenab may reach Multan within the next 24 hours. Although water levels at Head Muhammad Wala are normal for now, surrounding areas remain under threat. The district administration has moved many families to safer places. Protective embankments are under constant watch to prevent breaches. Officials are also monitoring areas where water pressure has already weakened the barriers.
Jalalpur Pirwala, Multan is at risk of flooding tonight as water levels have risen. PDMA, Rescue 1122, and the entire district administration are on-site, actively managing the situation. Nearly 2,000 people have been safely evacuated so far, and rescue operations will continue… pic.twitter.com/kJsH2Ugf5D
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Commissioner Multan, Aamir Karim Khan, said the rescue mission will continue until everyone is safe. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz is personally monitoring the situation online. She confirmed that over 2,000 people have been evacuated from Jalalpur Pirwala. Thermal imaging drones are being used to track remaining residents. Teams are working hard to ensure no one is left behind.
In Jhang, extremely high flood levels at Head Trimmu have affected 304 villages. Around 387,000 people have already relocated to safer places. Intermittent rainfall is making rescue operations harder. A UN team visited the affected areas and met flood victims to assess their needs. Meanwhile, in Mandi Bahauddin, floods have affected over 100,000 people and destroyed crops on hundreds of acres.
In Sindh’s Ghotki district, floodwaters from the Indus River are rising quickly. Many low-lying areas are already underwater. People are being evacuated using boats. At Kotri Barrage, water levels have slightly decreased but remain dangerously high. Authorities are releasing water through four canals, including KB Feeder, which supplies Karachi. The risk remains high across Punjab and Sindh, and officials are urging people to stay alert and follow instructions.