Severe flooding has resulted in the evacuation of around 200,000 people in Punjab, Pakistan. Authorities have warned of 'exceptionally high' water levels along the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers. Rescuers are using boats to assist those trapped by rising waters. The floods follow a warning from India regarding the release of water from major upstream dams, posing a significant risk to the densely populated region of Punjab. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has pledged complete government support for affected areas, particularly urban centers like Sialkot and Lahore. In Sialkot, record rainfall has inundated neighborhoods, leaving many families stranded amidst their efforts to protect livestock and property. Reports indicate that over 32,000 individuals have already been rescued in various operations, emphasizing the ongoing crisis as monsoon rains continue to challenge both Pakistan and India.
Severe Flooding in Pakistan's Punjab Forces Evacuations
Severe Flooding in Pakistan's Punjab Forces Evacuations
In response to exceptionally high floods, around 200,000 residents have been evacuated from Punjab province as authorities brace for more rainfall and rising river levels.
Recent severe flooding in Punjab, Pakistan, has led to the evacuation of approximately 200,000 residents as officials warn of rising waters from the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers. The floods have been exacerbated by India’s release of water from upstream dams, further threatening the region. Rescue operations are underway, with many people trapped and some refusing to leave their homes due to economic hardships.
