Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed all divisional and district administrations to remain on high alert in view of the forecast of heavy rainfall in Lahore and other cities of the province. The CM emphasised the need for proactive measures to prevent urban flooding and ensure uninterrupted public convenience during the wet spell. […]
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Mega streams of Karachi: Nature’s forgotten drainage system
The recent flooding of the Lyari River surprised many and surpassed expectations. However, historically, the Lyari has carried varying levels of flow to the Sindhian Sea. These flows mostly originate in the Khirthar Mountains and the adjoining southern plains, where water accumulates and is further distributed into several smaller and mega streams. Among these, the […]