KOHAT: At least four people were killed and two others remain trapped after a landslide hit Qamar village in Gambat tehsil of Kohat on Tuesday. Read More: Landslide in coalmine claims two lives Rescue 1122 teams rushed to the scene following reports of the incident. Officials said the teams retrieved four bodies trapped under boulders after […]
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Torrential rains displace thousands in Malaysia
More than 11,000 people across seven Malaysian states have been affected by severe flooding triggered by continuous heavy rainfall, the national disaster agency confirmed on Monday. The eastern coastal regions face such challenges every monsoon season, yet this year’s intensity has pushed more families into emergency shelters. Moreover, the latest report shows that 11,009 individuals […]
KE urges adherence to safety protocol amid monsoon rains
K-Electric (KE) urges citizens to prioritise safety and remain vigilant, particularly in areas where waterlogging becomes an issue, as moderate to heavy showers broke the spell of heat in the city on Tuesday. KE field teams remained on alert to monitor the situation and address any localised issues. The network remained stable and at the […]
Tragedy unfolds as floods claim over 800 lives nationwide
Islamabad: The monsoon rains and floods continue to wreak havoc across Pakistan. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) released an updated report on the damages and casualties caused by recent floods. In the past 24 hours, five more people have lost their lives due to flooding and rain-related incidents. Punjab recorded two deaths, while Azad […]
Shehbaz, Bilawal, others talk flood response
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has contacted top political leaders to discuss the ongoing monsoon rains and flooding across Pakistan. He spoke over the phone with PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, MQM Convenor Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, and Jamaat-e-Islami chief Hafiz Naeem ur Rehman. The conversations focused on the worsening weather situation and the need for collective […]
Sindh govt on high alert as monsoon hits Karachi
KARACHI – Sindh Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani said on Monday that the government was fully prepared for the monsoon rains. He made the statement as light rain fell across parts of Karachi and the weather turned humid. Speaking at a press conference, he confirmed that arrangements were already in place to manage expected heavy […]
Monsoon rains and glacier melt raise river levels in Punjab
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an alert on rising river water levels. Monsoon rains and melting glaciers have increased water flow in many rivers. This surge has caused moderate flooding at Kalabagh and Chashma barrages on the Indus River. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further damage. Additionally, Tarbela […]
Rain returns to Lahore, Punjab — heatwave finally breaks
LAHORE – The seventh spell of monsoon rains swept through Lahore and several parts of Punjab on Thursday, breaking the cycle of intense heat and suffocating humidity. Light showers since morning have turned the weather pleasant, offering much-needed relief to residents. Drizzle began in the early hours, gradually spreading across key areas, including Kalma Chowk, […]
Monsoon rains to hit Punjab from August 13; flood advisory issued
Monsoon rains will return to Punjab on August 13, triggering the seventh spell of heavy rainfall this season. In response, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a flood advisory. Authorities expect rising water levels in major rivers across the province. The advisory highlights the risk of flooding in low-lying areas and riverbanks. Residents […]
New monsoon spell hits Punjab August 5
Lahore – Punjab is preparing for another round of monsoon rains as the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) forecasts showers across most districts in the next 24 hours. Experts have announced that the sixth monsoon spell will likely begin on August 5, bringing moderate to heavy rainfall in various parts of the province. Meteorologists have […]