Punjab’s rivers are witnessing a gradual drop in water levels as floodwaters move downstream. However, authorities warned that heavy inflows will enter Sindh today, raising concerns for vulnerable communities. According to PDMA Punjab Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, water flow at Head Islam and Sulemanki has decreased. He said no new flood surge has been […]
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Wheat and flour prices soar as floods hit Pakistan hard
Floods across Pakistan have caused a sharp rise in wheat and flour prices, putting millions under pressure. The price of a 20-kilogram flour bag jumped by Rs410 in just one month, reaching Rs1,810. In Sindh’s Sanghar district, flour prices increased from Rs80 to Rs125 per kilogram. Meanwhile, wheat prices soared by Rs700 per maund, making […]
Sindh braces for floods as Punjab toll reaches 46
Sindh is preparing for possible flooding in the Indus River as the disaster continues to worsen in Punjab. The Pakistan Meteorological Department warns of very high flood levels at Guddu Barrage between September 6 and 7. So far, Punjab has reported 46 deaths and over 3.87 million people affected. Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah […]
Floods kill 46, affect 3.5 million in Punjab
Floods have claimed 46 lives in Punjab and affected over 3.5 million people, officials said on Thursday. The disaster has hit nearly 3,944 villages across the province. Tens of thousands have been displaced and are taking shelter in relief camps. Many regions remain underwater as rescue and relief operations continue. Director General of Punjab PDMA, […]
Sindh ready for super floods as water levels rise: CM Murad
Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah has warned of possible super floods as India releases massive water into the Chenab River. He said the provincial government is ready to handle water flows between 0.8 million and 1.1 million cusecs. Murad assured that all precautionary measures are in place to face this challenge and protect […]
30 Dead in Punjab floods, dykes broken to protect cities
Floods in Punjab have caused severe damage, with the death toll reaching 30. The situation remains critical as water levels rise in the Sutlej and Ravi rivers. In response, authorities have begun breaching dykes to divert floodwaters and protect major cities. The Sutlej River’s dyke in Vehari collapsed, flooding the surrounding areas, including Khachi village. […]
Floods in Sindh may affect 1.65 million people: Sharjeel Memon
Sindh’s Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has warned that floods from Punjab are expected to enter Sindh by the night of September 2nd or 3rd. Speaking in a media briefing in Karachi, Memon stated that all departments, including PDMA, are prepared and on high alert to manage any flood-related emergencies. The minister estimated that the […]
Torrential rains kill 11 in Occupied Kashmir, including 5 children
Heavy rains caused severe damage in occupied Kashmir overnight. Floods and landslides destroyed homes and property. Officials reported that 11 people died due to the disaster. Among the victims were five children from the same family in Reasi district. The heavy rainfall caused widespread fear and distress in the affected areas. In Reasi district, rescue […]
Floods worsen as Pakistan faces another heavy rain spell
Heavy rains have started across Pakistan, making life harder for flood-hit communities. In Chiniot, continuous downpour flooded streets and houses in low-lying areas. Similarly, Sheikhupura and nearby towns faced heavy rain, which disrupted normal life as water collected in residential neighborhoods. Jhelum and surrounding regions saw streams and drains overflow, submerging many settlements. Rescue teams […]
Chenab, Ravi floods may worsen crisis, warns PDMA chief
Punjab faces growing danger as floodwaters from rivers Chenab and Ravi continue to rise. Director General PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia warned that both rivers could cause more destruction in the coming days. Water levels remain dangerously high, especially at critical points like Head Marala, Trimmu, and Head Muhammad Wala. Authorities are considering breaching embankments to […]