ISLAMABAD: India has informed Pakistan about a high-level flood in the Sutlej River, prompting the Ministry of Water Resources to issue a flood alert.

According to an official communication from the Indian High Commission, water levels at Harike downstream and Ferozepur downstream in the Sutlej River have reached a high-flood stage.

In response, Pakistani authorities have initiated precautionary measures and advised relevant departments to remain on alert for any potential emergency situation. while a similar alert has been issued for the Tawi River at Jammu.

Pakistani authorities have directed all concerned departments to remain on high alert and take precautionary measures to minimize potential damage.

Meanwhile , Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has forecast rainfall across various districts of the province until September 5.

According to the PDMA, the expected spell of rain may further aggravate the flood situation in certain areas, raising concerns over potential intensification of flooding. The authorities have advised relevant departments to remain on high alert and take precautionary measures.

The PDMA has released the latest data on water levels at various headworks across Punjab’s major rivers.

According to the report, the water flow in the Chenab River is recorded at:468,000 cusecs at Marala Headworks, 339,470 cusecs at Khanki Headworks, 232,450 cusecs at Qadirabad Headworks, and 108,343 cusecs at Chiniot Bridge.