LAHORE – Floodwaters from the swollen Ravi River surged to dangerous levels at critical points in Lahore, posing an imminent threat to the city’s outskirts and nearby villages amid one of the most severe flood emergencies in recent memory.
Authorities have launched a vigorous campaign to safeguard vulnerable areas, particularly around the Shahdara and Balloki headworks, where water inflows reached alarming heights. Monitoring efforts continue around the clock as river discharge remains volatile.
Crisis Unfolding Across the Province
- The floods have claimed at least 22 lives across various districts.
- More than 1.2 million people have been displaced from affected areas.
- A total of 263 relief camps have been established to support displaced communities.
- Rescue teams have conducted 365 missions, deploying helicopters and boats to reach isolated zones.
Personal Tragedies and Expanding Danger
Casualties have been reported from multiple districts. In Gujrat, three children drowned following an embankment collapse. In Sialkot, five members of a single family were swept away in the flood. Additional fatalities occurred in Gujranwala, Hafizabad, and Narowal as rivers and nullahs breached protective structures.
Urgent Warnings from NDMA
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) cautioned that continuous rainfall may exacerbate flooding from the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers over the next 48 hours. Residents were urged to contact local authorities immediately if assistance is needed, while all institutions remain on high alert to respond to emerging threats.
Authorities and rescue workers continue to stand firm in the battle to control water levels and minimize further devastation in Lahore and beyond.
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