Devastation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, due to Heavy Rains and Landslides. 17 Dead, 50 Injured in the Last 24 Hours. Power Supply Disrupted, Relief and Rescue Operations Underway. Government Warns Residents to Stay in Safe Places.
Pakistan Rain: Heavy rains, floods, and landslides have continued to wreak havoc in Pakistan. The situation is particularly dire in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. In the last 24 hours, torrential rains and b winds have caused at least 17 deaths, including three children. More than 50 people have been injured and admitted to nearby hospitals.
According to provincial authorities, rivers are overflowing due to the rains, and roads have been flooded in several areas. Local administration is engaged in relief and rescue operations, but the situation remains challenging due to heavy rains and the possibility of landslides.
Dera Ismail Khan and Surrounding Areas Most Affected
During heavy rains in Dera Ismail Khan district, roofs of several houses collapsed, and power supply was disrupted due to uprooted trees. This district saw 13 deaths, including three children, while more than 50 people were injured. Many of the injured have been discharged after treatment. Local authorities have prioritized relief efforts, and rescue teams are continuously moving people to safer locations in the affected areas. In the Takhtbhai area of Mardan district, one person died when the roof of a house collapsed due to heavy rain.
788 Deaths Since the Start of the Monsoon Season
In Pakistan, more than 788 people have died and 1,018 have been injured in the monsoon season that began on June 26 and continues through August 20 this year. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has been the most affected by this monsoon. Officials stated that the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) is continuously conducting relief and rescue operations in the affected districts, and the local administration has advised people to move to safe locations.
Weather Department Warning and Advice to Stay Safe
The weather department has issued red and orange alerts for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and surrounding districts due to heavy rains and landslides. They have urged local residents to stay in safe places and stay away from riverbanks, sloping areas, and potential landslide locations. The department has warned that in case of an emergency due to heavy rains and floods, rescue teams should be contacted immediately, and personal safety should be prioritized.
Chief Minister Inspects Relief Operations
The Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Ali Amin Gandapur, has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and property. He has instructed officials to provide immediate relief and medical facilities to the affected people. He has told the local administration and rescue teams to ensure the safety of people in the affected areas and to arrange necessary resources immediately.
