Heavy rain and flash floods in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa since August 15 have claimed at least 406 lives and wounded over 245 others, according to Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA).
Accidents include 305 men, 55 women and 46 children, while wounded include 179 men, 38 women and 30 children.
In addition, torrential rain and floods have damaged 3,526 houses, with 2,945 partially destroyed and 577 completely torn.
Buner recorded the highest number of deaths with 337 deaths, followed by Sawabi with a death toll of 46.
Accidents were reported in Swat, Buner, Bajaur, Mansehra, Shangla, Lower Dir, Batttagram, Di Khan and Sawabi.
Authorities in affected districts have been asked to accelerate relief operations and provide immediate assistance to the victims.
PDMA and relevant agencies remain in contact and closely monitor the situation.
Emergency Operations Center remains fully operational. Residents can report emergency situations or search for updates via the free guideline 1700.
Free medical camp
A free medical camp has also been established by the Pakistani army in flooded areas of Balakot, where they have helped more than 1,327 people.
The camp provided medical assistance to 740 men, 336 women and 251 children, according to the army staff.
Patients with stomach disease, muscle pain, skin infections, respiratory problems and other diseases were examined and free medication was distributed.
Army medical staff are investigating patients during a free medical camp. Photo: Express
The camp was staffed by doctors and medical staff to meet the needs of the affected population.
Residents receive free control and medication at an army -controlled medical camp. Photo: Express
The Pakistani army said emergency relief operations continue in Balakot and other flood areas to meet urgent health and humanitarian demands.
Monsoon Rain
Landslides and flash floods are common in the Monsun season, which typically begins in June and lasts until the end of September ..
The locals gather in a free medical camp for health consultations and treatment. Photo: Express
This year, almost 750 people have died across the country since the season started, according to authorities.
Free medicine distributed during a medical camp arranged by the army. Photo: Express
Pakistan is among the world’s most vulnerable countries towards the effects of climate change and is increasingly facing extreme weather events.
Patients provide medical assistance at a health camp. Photo: Express
Monsoon floods immersed one -third of Pakistan in 2022, resulting in about 1,700 deaths.
