India has once again released water into the Sutlej River, worsening the flood situation in southern Punjab. The Ministry of Water Resources has issued an emergency alert to all relevant departments after receiving information from the Indian High Commission about high flood levels at Harike and Ferozepur. Officials have warned of an “extreme flood threat” […]
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Karachi floods worsen: Army rushed to rescue hundreds
Karachi is facing severe floods after two days of continuous rain. The Malir and Lyari rivers have turned into raging streams. Water entered homes in low-lying areas like Saadi Town and Scheme 33. Roads, including parts of the M-9 Motorway, became impassable due to flooding. Heavy rainfall also caused dams like Thado and Mole to […]
12 more lose lives as floods worsen in Punjab and Sindh
The heavy monsoon rains and floods have claimed 12 more lives in Punjab and Sindh during the last 24 hours. Punjab reported 10 deaths, while Sindh recorded 2 fatalities. Additionally, three people were injured as the floods continue to affect these regions severely. Rescue teams remain active to help the affected communities. Since June 26, […]
Flood crisis worsens in Punjab as death toll rises: Azma Bokhari
Punjab’s Information Minister Azma Bokhari has warned that the flood situation in the province is getting worse every day. She said heavy rains continue to cause major damage, especially in southern Punjab. Floodwaters have now reached several areas, making life even harder for affected families. She added that the government is doing its best to […]
Floods ravage Punjab and Sindh, thousands evacuated
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 […]
UN chief saddened by Pakistan flood tragedy
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep sorrow over the deadly floods in Pakistan that have claimed hundreds of lives and displaced more than one million people across affected areas. A spokesperson for the UN, Stephane Dujarric, said the recent disaster in northern Pakistan, caused by a severe monsoon worsened by climate change, has reportedly killed […]
Four more monsoon spells expected this september
The Meteorological Department has forecasted three to four more monsoon spells entering Pakistan in September, bringing above-average rainfall to several regions, officials said, urging citizens to stay alert and prepared. Deputy Director Irfan Virk told reporters that north-eastern Punjab, the Potohar region, Islamabad, and southern Kashmir are expected to receive higher than normal rainfall during […]
Floods disrupt over 4,300 telecom sites nationwide
Heavy rains and floods have disrupted telecommunications across Pakistan, affecting 4,349 sites, authorities said, while restoration work has successfully revived 4,137 sites, leaving 212 still under repair. According to Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) sources, the remaining 212 affected sites are all located in Punjab, where teams are working tirelessly to restore services and minimize disruption […]
Record rainfall submerges Gujrat, flooding homes and roads
A powerful monsoon spell has devastated Gujrat as the city recorded 506 millimeters of rainfall in just 24 hours, causing severe urban flooding and massive destruction. Streets turned into flowing streams, while residential and commercial areas were submerged, leaving thousands of people struggling to protect their belongings from rising water levels. The torrential rains caused […]
Army leads flood rescue: swift help saves lives
The Pakistan Army is actively carrying out rescue and relief operations in flood-hit areas of Punjab, working closely with local authorities to ensure the safety of affected communities. Hundreds of people have already been evacuated from dangerous locations, and operations continue as floodwaters threaten several regions. Authorities are focusing on areas like Khoolra Point, Hasu […]