Monsoon Rains Devastate Pakistan, Over 60 Dead in One Day
Heavy monsoon rains continued to wreak havoc across Pakistan this week, with at least 63 people losing their lives on Wednesday alone due to widespread flooding and related incidents.
The extreme weather system began as scattered showers in northwest India before evolving into a powerful low-pressure zone. As it moved into Pakistan’s Punjab province, the storm intensified, merging into a large band of torrential rain that inundated several major cities, including Lahore and Islamabad.
🌧️ Record-Breaking Rainfall Hits Chakwal
The city of Chakwal recorded an alarming 423mm (16.6 inches) of rain—more than double the monthly average for July. Rivers quickly overflowed their banks, leading to severe flooding in low-lying areas.
While some of the fatalities were caused by drowning, the majority resulted from building collapses, and several deaths were also attributed to electrocution.
🚨 Rising Toll Amid Climate Concerns
This year’s monsoon season, which began in late June, has now claimed nearly 180 lives in Pakistan, with more than half of the victims being children.
Pakistan’s vulnerability to extreme weather is a growing concern. The country has large low-lying regions and is considered among the most at-risk nations globally due to the climate crisis. Experts warn that such intense and frequent flooding events are becoming more common, posing a long-term threat to infrastructure, agriculture, and public safety.
📢 Government Response and Public Awareness
Authorities have urged residents to stay updated via official weather alerts and avoid traveling through flooded areas. Emergency response teams have been deployed across affected regions to assist in rescue and relief operations.
