11 Dead in Punjab and Balochistan Due to Heavy Rains

Heavy rainfall exposed Lahore’s drainage system, leading to flooding and power outages. In Gilgit-Baltistan, KKH reopened for traffic amid a heatwave causing glacial melting and floods.

At least 11 people died and many were injured due to heavy monsoon rains in Lahore and surrounding areas. The downpours caused flooding and disrupted daily life. Lahore's drainage infrastructure was overwhelmed, with some areas receiving up to 84mm of rain.

The heavy showers highlighted weaknesses in Lahore’s drainage system, causing severe water accumulation in key areas. The rainwater mixed with sewage, creating a public health crisis. Power outages affected thousands of residents.

Monsoon rains also impacted other districts in Punjab, causing deaths and injuries. The Pakistan Meteorological Department forecasted more intense rainfall in Lahore and Punjab in the coming days.

In Gilgit-Baltistan, glacial melting intensified due to heatwaves, leading to flooding and damage to infrastructure. Rising water levels posed risks to downstream communities, disrupting essential services.

Jazz and NDMA partnered to send geo-fenced SMS alerts to flood-risk areas, enhancing public awareness. The alerts aim to facilitate timely evacuations in vulnerable regions.

According to the source: Dawn.