27 h. ago Hunza River flooding spares 50 workers as floods cause widespread devastation

GILGIT: More than 50 workers narrowly escaped the destructive floods caused by the rising Hunza River, as the severe flooding wreaked havoc across the Gulmit and Gojal areas of Gilgit-Baltistan, according to a government spokesperson. The disaster, attributed to a combination of landslides, glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), and rising water levels, has caused widespread […]

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53 h. ago 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 […]

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3 d. ago Flood alert issued for River Sutlej amid rising water levels

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab issued a flood alert for the River Sutlej and its adjoining streams, warning of a possible rise in water levels due to upcoming monsoon rains. According to a PDMA spokesperson, water levels in the River Sutlej may increase starting from August 13, as fresh monsoon activity is expected […]

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9 d. ago Villages in Jhang flooded as River Chenab bursts its banks again

JHANG: Low-lying areas in Jhang have been flooded for the second time after the River Chenab burst its banks, causing widespread damage. The water level at Trimmu Barrage has been recorded at 80,000 cusecs, contributing to the severe flooding. Meanwhile, flash flooding is feared in Murree, Galyat, Rawalpindi, and north-eastern Punjab as the sixth monsoon […]

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3 w. ago Rawal dam spillways opened as water surges near danger level

Authorities have opened the spillways of Rawal Dam in Islamabad after heavy rainfall caused the water level to rise dangerously. The dam’s current level has reached 1748.40 feet, which is close to its maximum limit of 1752 feet. Officials aim to control the situation by maintaining the water level around 1746 feet. As a safety […]

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3 w. ago Flood warning issued as Jhelum river water levels set to rise

The Flood Forecasting Division has issued a high-level flood warning for the Jhelum River, predicting severe flooding within the next 24 hours. Water inflow at Mangla Dam is expected to reach between 350,000 and 450,000 cusecs, raising concerns of widespread flooding in surrounding areas. Experts warn that heavy rainfall and increased water inflow will cause […]

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3 w. ago Heavy rains cause flooding, Nullah Leh water levels surge in Rawalpindi

Torrential rains in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have caused severe urban flooding and a sharp rise in water levels in Nullah Leh. Authorities have issued a high alert, sounding flood sirens at the Gawalmandi Bridge to warn residents of the growing danger. Emergency services are fully mobilized to respond quickly. Officials from WASA and district administration […]

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last month Monsoon rains kill 16 in Balochistan as Indus river water levels rise

Heavy monsoon rains have claimed at least 16 lives in Balochistan, including women and children, while injuring 8 others in various rain-related incidents. According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the tragic deaths occurred in districts such as Zhob, Ziarat, Musakhel, Khuzdar, Loralai, Lasbela, and Kohlu. Since June 28, torrential downpours and flash floods […]

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