Severe flooding in Punjab has directly impacted more than 2.48 million people across 3,129 villages, according to a detailed report released by the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Monday. The floods, caused by overflowing rivers Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej, have displaced thousands of families and forced mass evacuations as rescue teams continue relief operations. […]
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PDMA warns tourists of weather risks
The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a safety alert for tourists planning to visit northern areas, especially Murree and Galyat, from August 17 to August 19, 2025. The warning comes amid concerns of possible landslides and cloudbursts triggered by ongoing heavy rainfall. PDMA has advised visitors to restrict their travel plans and adopt […]
Punjab braces for fourth monsoon spell amid flood fears
The fourth spell of monsoon rains is set to begin today in Punjab, bringing heavy showers to multiple districts including Lahore, Faisalabad, and Rawalpindi. According to the Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), this spell will last until July 25 and is expected to be more intense than the previous ones, raising concerns of flooding. The […]
Medium flood hits Indus at Kalabagh as monsoon intensifies
A medium-level flood was reported at Kalabagh on the Indus River in Punjab on Friday, following days of heavy monsoon rains and glacial melting. The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) confirmed the flood status and noted low-level flooding at Chashma, Tarbela, Guddu, and Sukkur barrages. Water levels continue to rise in several rivers, raising fears […]
PDMA issues red alert as scorching heatwave grips Punjab
Citizens urged to stay indoors and follow safety guidelines amid rising temperatures LAHORE – The Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a red alert as a severe heatwave continues to intensify across major cities and plains of Punjab. Temperatures are expected to peak unusually high by May 19, raising health and safety concerns. A […]