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Emergency declared in Punjab cities as rains, floods wreck havoc
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A state of emergency was declared in many cities of Punjab after a heavy spell of torrential rains and flood waters played havoc and killing over 60 persons in rain-related incidents across the province prompting the government to declare a state of emergency to tackle the situation.
The fresh killings have increased the monsoon rains-related death toll to 178 since the rains began in late June, severely disrupting life especially in Rawalpindi and Islamabad, with flash floods, overflowing drains and submerged neighbourhoods reported in multiple areas.
Heavy downpour in Rawalpindi has caused urban flooding and triggered a dangerous rise in water lev-els in Nullah Leh, prompting authorities to sound flood sirens at Gawalmandi Bridge and place all emergency services on high alert.
According to WASA and district administration officials, water levels at the Gawalmandi point of Nullah Leh have surged to 15 feet, nearing the critical threshold of 20 feet. If this limit is crossed, evacuation of nearby residential areas will be initiated. At the Katarian Bridge, the water level has already reached 16 feet.
In Chakwal, 450mm of rain prompted the imposition of flood emergency. A small dam at Dherabi col-lapsed, sending floodwaters into nearby settlements. Dozens of rural communities have been cut off as roads and bridges were damaged or washed away. The historic Katas Raj temple complex was also flooded.
In Jehlum, cloudbursts caused widespread flooding, with several roads submerged and at least seven individuals, including six policemen, swept away. Six were rescued while one remains missing.
70 people have been rescued from flood-hit areas across Punjab so far, including a family stranded near Chakri Road in Rawalpindi, airlifted by army helicopters.
In Sialkot, a flood alert was issued due to rising water in the Chenab River at Head Marala, which reached 72,568 cusecs. Although river and stream flows remain normal, the district emergency control room has been activated and helpline 1718 is operational around the clock.
The federal capital recorded heavy rainfall and strong winds, uprooting large trees in several sectors and disrupting traffic. A section of the newly completed Tayyip Erdogan Flyover in F-8 collapsed due to soil erosion beneath the road, leading to further travel chaos.
The continuous monsoon rains in the picturesque hill station of Murree have triggered a major land-slide on Salgran GT Road, causing significant damage and disruption to traffic, and leaving Deputy Commissioner Agha Zaheer Abbas injured.
According to the district administration, a large portion of the GT Road near Salgran was swept away due to heavy rainfall, prompting authorities to immediately close the route for all kinds of traffic. Commuters and tourists have been advised to use the alternative Murree Expressway until further notice.
The Murree region has recorded 41mm of rainfall in the past 24 hours, leading to multiple incidents of landslides and road blockages. On the instructions of Deputy Commissioner Abbas, all concerned de-partments and emergency teams are on high alert and actively engaged in relief operations in the af-fected areas.
District administration teams, along with other relevant agencies, are working round the clock to clear debris and ensure public safety.
The flash floods from hill torrents caused widespread destruction in Rajanpur, submerging dozens of villages.
Areas including Fatehpur, Chak Shaheed, Sonwah, Chak Halwani, Chak Jalalpur, and Basti Ahmad Khan are inundated.
Hundreds of acres of standing crops have been washed away. Residents are forced to relocate on their own due to the absence of timely assistance. Locals complain that floods hit the region every year, yet the authorities fail to make adequate preparations, leading to recurring losses.
Of the 60 fatalities reported yesterday, 46 died in building collapses, five drowned, and three were electrocuted in various parts of the province. Among the deceased were 20 men, 12 women and 22 children.
Another 227 people were injured - including 89 men, 84 women and 54 children - bringing the total number of injuries since late June to 491.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Army successfully carried out helicopter rescue operations, saving the lives of individuals stranded in floodwaters caused by relentless monsoon rains across Punjab.
Amid rising flood conditions in multiple regions, the military swiftly launched emergency rescue opera-tions to assist affected citizens.
One such mission was conducted near Chakri Road, Rawalpindi, where a family had taken refuge on the rooftop of their home in Ladian village after being surrounded by floodwaters.
Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has directed on the social networking website 'X' to implement 'Rain Emergency' being affected by heavy rains, floods and inundation in different areas of the province.
She directed the district administration, police, Rescue 1122 and all other institutions to remain alert to save the general public from the devastating flood situation.
The CM also directed the administration and other stakeholders to carry out extending help to the people through boats, increasing police patrolling and further directed the district administration to provide complete assistance to the relief agencies.
She appealed to the people to stay away from ponds, canals, rivers and streams and urged the parents to strictly enforce the prohibition and stop their children from bathing in rainwater.
The chief minister directed special security arrangements in the dilapidated buildings and low-lying ar-eas. She directed the hospital managements across Punjab to remain on high alert and all related med-ical machinery including field hospitals to help the citizen in this hour of need. She appealed to the citi-zens to fully cooperate with the institutions, follow the announcements and instructions so that casu-alties can be avoided.
She in her message said, 'A rain emergency has been imposed in different areas of Punjab due to un-usual torrential rains and flood situation. Government institutions should work with dedication and utmost hard work.'
Meanwhile, the Punjab Home Department has imposed Section 144 across the province in view of the ongoing monsoon rains, flood risks, and changing weather conditions.
A notification issued by the department confirmed a complete ban on swimming and boating in rivers, dams, canals, ponds, and lakes throughout the province.
Additionally, under Section 144, swimming or bathing in rainwater accumulated on roads, streets, open grounds, or public spaces has also been prohibited. The restrictions will remain in effect until August 30.
A spokesperson for the Punjab Home Department said the measure aims to protect human lives dur-ing the ongoing monsoon season.
He highlighted the increased accumulation of rainwater in low-lying areas, streets, and open spaces, which poses serious threats especially to children and youth who attempt to bathe or swim in these waterlogged areas.
Due to the heavy rainfall, water levels in rivers, dams, and other water bodies have risen significantly, making activities like swimming and boating extremely hazardous.
The Home Department has directed the administration and law enforcement agencies to strictly en-force the Section 144 order and carry out extensive public awareness campaigns to inform citizens about the restrictions and associated dangers.
PDMA Punjab is on alert in view of the unusual rains in Rawalpindi. Director General PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia said that PDMA Punjab has provided rescue and relief equipment to the district administration before the monsoon rains. In view of the emergency in Rawalpindi, Rescue 1122 has 16 OBM boats, 205 life jackets, 31 ambulances, 19 fire brigades and 4 rescue vehicles. PDMA has also provided 28 D-watering sets, 5 sucker machines, 06 jetter machines and 06 tractors to WASA. The Municipal Corpora-tion has 5 D-watering sets, 7 mini trucks, 3 trucks and 3 generator sets. The PDMA Punjab and the dis-trict administration are ready to deal with any emergency.
In view of the instructions of the Chief Minister of Punjab, a rain emergency has been imposed in Ra-walpindi. A local holiday has been declared in Rawalpindi.
DG Irfan Ali Kathia further said that residents of low-lying areas around Nallah Leh should cooperate with the administration in case of evacuation. Citizens are being instructed to move to their homes and safe places through announcements in mosques. Citizens should cooperate with the administration in case of emergency evacuation. Citizens should take precautionary measures in view of the weather conditions.
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has predicted heavy rainfall across the country in the next 24 hours.
According to an NDMA spokesperson, Rawalpindi and Islamabad are likely to experience intermittent heavy rain for the next 24 to 48 hours, which may lead to a possible rise in water levels in Nullah Lai and flooding in low-lying areas.
The spokesperson further stated that heavy rainfall is also expected in Lahore, Chakwal, Attock, Jhe-lum, Khushab, Sargodha, Gujrat, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Sialkot, Narowal, Okara, Kasur, Sheikhupura, and Hafizabad. Due to the risk of intense rain, there is a possibility of urban flooding and overflow in rivers and streams in these cities.
Due to heavy monsoon rains, the inflow of water at Tarbela Dam has significantly increased, prompting the dam authorities to open all spillways to manage the rising water levels.
According to the Tarbela Dam administration, the spillway gates have been opened up to 14 feet to release the excess water safely. An official notification has also been issued, urging the public to stay away from water bodies and spillway areas for their safety.
Authorities have warned that villages and low-lying areas along the Abaseen (Indus River) are at risk of flooding due to the increased water discharge. People living near Indus downstream Tarbela and tour-ists visiting the area have been specifically advised to maintain a safe distance from the river.
The Indus River is currently experiencing a medium-level flood, and according to dam officials, the wa-ter flow in Indus downstream Tarbela is expected to remain at approximately 259,000 cusecs for the next five to six hours.
The Tarbela Dam management and local authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and have advised residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert and follow safety instructions.
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