Punjab is facing severe floods after India released water into eastern rivers. The Pakistan Army has been sent to help with rescue and relief efforts. Over 210,000 people have been safely evacuated from flooded areas, and no deaths have been reported so far.
Authorities carried out a controlled explosion at Qadirabad Dam to reduce water pressure, which caused the Kartarpur temple area to be submerged. Around 100 people were rescued from the site by boats. People living near the Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej rivers have been asked to move to safe places immediately.
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Water levels are expected to rise, especially in Panjnad, with flows reaching up to 700,000 cusecs. Evacuations continue, focusing on vulnerable populations. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and other federal officials are closely monitoring the situation and supporting Punjab’s relief efforts.
The floods have badly affected many districts, including Lahore, Kasur, Sialkot, Faisalabad, Narowal, Okara, Sargodha, and Hafizabad. Thousands of people and livestock have been relocated, and relief camps are providing food, medical help, and essentials.
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The NDMA warns that more rain is expected from August 29 to September 9, which may worsen the situation.
