The federal government has approved a joint survey of river embankments across the country ahead of the monsoon season, aiming to strengthen flood preparedness and reduce potential risks. According to officials, the decision was taken as part of intensified efforts to prevent possible flooding situations. Following a letter from military authorities, the Federal Flood Commission […]
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Punjab CM directs completion of sewerage projects ahead of monsoon
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has directed that all ongoing drainage and sewerage projects across 15 major cities of the province be completed before June and ordered round-the-clock work to ensure timely completion ahead of monsoon season. Chairing a special meeting here on Sunday, the chief minister emphasized urgent completion of sewerage lines and […]
PDMA Balochistan issues monsoon contingency plan 2026
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Balochistan has issued the Monsoon Contingency Plan 2026 to effectively deal with anticipated rains and potential emergency situations across the province. The comprehensive plan focuses on preparedness, timely response, inter-agency coordination, and protection of lives and property. It includes a detailed assessment of districts and vulnerable areas most at […]
UN warns of unusual rains near Pakistan-India border
The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has forecasted higher-than-normal rainfall near the Pakistan-India border at the end of September, despite the monsoon season ending. This unusual rain may also recur in the last week of October. The FAO’s sub-seasonal climate models suggest this pattern could affect the region, potentially impacting agriculture and locust […]
China offers help as monsoon floods kill nearly 1,000 in Pakistan
China has offered support to Pakistan in dealing with flood-hit areas, with Beijing’s top diplomat in Islamabad expressing condolences over the nearly 1,000 people killed during this year’s monsoon season. “China stands with Pakistan in mitigating the impacts of floods and enhancing resilience to climate challenges,” said Shi Yuanqiang, the Chinese chargé d’affaires, according to […]
Flood havoc in Chakwal: Roads destroyed, power out
Chakwal district suffered heavy damage when monsoon rains dropped about 450 mm of rainfall. As a result, 32 roads were completely washed away, and several bridges were swept away by powerful flash floods. Numerous communities became isolated as roads vanished. Emergency crews dispatched heavy machinery and earth-moving equipment to clear landslides and reopen main routes. One […]
Monsoon alert: Fourth wave hits Pakistan tomorrow
The fourth spell of monsoon rains is expected to begin across Pakistan on Sunday, bringing heavy rainfall and storms to several regions. The Meteorological Department has forecast severe weather for Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan. Rainfall is also expected today in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan and Kashmir. Authorities have issued warnings for urban flooding and […]
South Asia to see heavier rains, heatwaves during 2025 monsoon: WMO
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has forecast above-normal rainfall and hotter temperatures across South Asia during the 2025 monsoon season. The monsoon runs from June to September and brings 75–90% of annual rainfall to the region. Nine South Asian countries, including Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh, jointly released this outlook. Their national weather services warned that […]
Punjab on high alert as India releases floodwater in River Ravi
The administration has put Punjab on high alert as India releases floodwater in River Ravi on Tuesday. A major flood is anticipated in the River Ravi due to a flash flood that is moving at a great rate and measuring 175,000 cusecs in volume. According to latest information, India released 171,797 cusecs water from Ujh Barrage at 1530 PST […]
Monsoon rain spell continues in Karachi and Lahore
Parts of Karachi and Lahore were hit by a new monsoon season on Saturday, flooding low-lying areas and interfering with daily life. The top regions of the country are being penetrated by monsoon currents. The western and upper regions of the nation are also being affected by a westerly wave. Parts of Karachi have been […]