National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued new figures on river flows with rivers that see reduced levels at different points in Punjab, while Sindh Seles for higher levels.
NDMA has also warned that the new Monsun stick that is clouding the top regions of the country to hit on September 16.
In the river Chenab, the current is normal with a gradual fall at Trimmu and upstream areas, including Marala, Khanki and Qadirabad.
At Panjnad at Chenab there is a high flood wave of 308,000 CUSSCS.
Serious flooding conditions persist in southern multan, Muzaffargarh, Rajanpur, Lodhran, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan, Alipur, Sitpur, Liaquatpur, Uch Sharif and Ahmadpur East.
In the river Ravi, the situation is normal except at Ganda Singh, where a stream of 108,000 CuseCs is present. In River Sutlej, the overall situation is normal with 89,000 CUSSCS at Sulemanki and 83,000 CuseCs at Head Islam.
Flooding conditions in Kasur, Okara, Vehari and Bahawalnagar are gradually back.
In the river Indus, flows at Tarbela and Taunsa are normal, while the flooding conditions continue at Guddu, Succur and the Kotri lines.
At Guddu barrier, a high flood of 635,000 CUSERCS is recorded, while Sukkur Barrage has a medium flood of 538,000 CUSSCS.
Kotri Barrage is currently experiencing a low flood with 278,000 CUSERCS.
The flood wave at Guddu Barrage is expected to reach the SUKKUR blocking within the next 2 to 3 days, and Kotri Barrage between 24 to 26 September.
After the arrival of flooding water, the possible flow of Kotri Barrage is expected to reach between 400,000 and 445,000 CUSSCS.
Guddu Barrage recorded an influx of 612,269 CUSERCS and an outflow of 582,942 CUSSCS. Residents of low -lying areas were warned to move to safer places.
Large areas of agricultural land were flooded, which damaged thousands of hectares of crops, and river villages near Kandhkot were reported underwater. So far, about 1.6 million in Sindh has been moved to safe areas.
New rain form
Heavy rain is expected across most districts in Punjab from 16 to 19 September according to Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) spokesperson.
Rain is expected in Rawalpindi, Murree, Galiyat, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Gujranwala, Lahore, Gujrat and Sialkot. Similarly, Narowal, Hafizabad, Mandi Bahauddin, Okara, Sahiwal, Kasur, Jhang, Sargodha and Mianwali are also likely to receive rainfall.
On September 18 and 19, the flow of water is expected to rise in the streams and nullahs of Rawalpindi, Murree and Galiyat, the PDMA spokesman said. In line with the Director’s Directives, Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners are everywhere in Punjab on duty, said DG PDMA Irfan Ali Kathia.
The prognosis of the 11th magic form of monsoon rain came when floods were in large parts of southern Punjab. PDMA has said that the Jalalpur Pirwala section on the M-5 motorway was closed due to erosion caused by flood water.
Authorities warned that the situation could be further deteriorated with another spell that is expected in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) this week.
Peshawar authorities issued advice for heavy rain, thunderstorms and strong winds from 16 to 19 September.
Authorities warned of flash floods, landslides in hilly areas and damage to weak structures, electricity bars, signs and solar panels. District administrations have been instructed to keep emergency teams on duty and maintain drainage systems.
Officials emphasized that with multiple rainfall forecast and reservoirs near capacity – Mangla -dam of 93 percent, Tarbela Full and large Indian dams, including Bhakra, Pong and Thein close to maximum levels – will be critical in the coming days.
Authorities urged residents to avoid unnecessary journeys near rivers and mountains. Residents of vulnerable areas have been asked to move to higher land or official relief.
PDMA’s relief line 1129 remains active around the clock, PDMA said.
On the Prime Minister’s instructions, NDMA monitors all rescue and relief activities. National Emergency’s Operation Center is fully operational 24/7, and NDMA is in coordination with civil and military institutions.
After evacuation, ensure compliance with official instructions to return from temporary camps to native areas. National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) reported that monsoon rains and floods between June 26 and September 14 killed 985 people and wounded 1,062.
