Islamabad, August 3: The death toll from flooding in Pakistan has risen to 196 during this year’s monsoon season, which spans from June 26 to August 1. Additionally, 404 individuals have sustained injuries, according to local media reports citing the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
Most fatalities have resulted from electrocution, followed by sudden floods, drowning incidents, lightning strikes, and other rain-related events such as house collapses and falling trees.
In a report released on Saturday, the NDMA noted that four people died in rain-related incidents over the previous 24 hours, including cases of drowning and electrocution. During this period, 16 others were injured, with the Punjab province being the hardest hit.
Between June 26 and August 1, Punjab recorded 47 deaths and 295 injuries. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 55 people lost their lives and 82 were injured. Sindh reported five deaths and seven injuries, while Balochistan saw eight fatalities and 15 injuries.
The NDMA stated that in the last 24 hours, rescue operations successfully evacuated nine individuals from Punjab, five from Sindh, and two from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Earlier in July, several areas in Pakistan-administered Gilgit-Baltistan faced disrupted road connectivity. Sudden floods and glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF) damaged roads and highways, hampering repair and restoration efforts.
According to reports from Dawn, thousands of locals and tourists were stranded due to road closures. Flood-affected areas are also grappling with shortages of drinking water, electricity, and communication services.
Residents of the Hispar Valley in Nagar District reported significant challenges for patients and students. There is a lack of food supplies, medicines, and essential daily items.
People from Diamer, Astore, Ghizer, and other affected districts in Gilgit-Baltistan have also complained about disrupted electricity and water supplies, along with ongoing shortages of necessary goods.
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