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NDMA Hiring Deputy and Assistant Managers in September

NDMA Hiring Deputy and Assistant Managers in September

NDMA opens doors for Deputy and Assistant Manager roles. A chance to make a real impact in disaster management. Emphasis on career growth and development. The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has just unveiled a remarkable career opportunity that has job seekers across the nation buzzing with anticipation. In a bid to strengthen its workforce … Read more

NDMA issues ‘low flood’ warning in River Ravi after India releases water

River Ravi

NDMA warned of low-level floods in Jassar region of Punjab. It said approx 65,000 cusecs of water is expected within 20-24 hours. Flood relief camps have been established along banks of River Ravi. LAHORE: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued a fresh warning on “low floods” in River Ravi after India released approximately 185,000 … Read more

Heavy rains claim lives of 76 people in Pakistan

Heavy rains claim lives of 76 people in Pakistan
  • 9 people have lost their lives in last 24 hours.
  • 48 people lost their lives in Punjab  province.
  • 78 houses have been damaged across country.

KARACHI:As many as 76 people lost their lives and 133 others injured due to the heavy rains across the country since June.

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) report stated that nine people have lost their lives and eight others injured in the heavy rains across the country in the last 24 hours.

NDMA data shows that so far 76 deaths and 133 injuries to people have been reported, which includes 15 women and 31 children, whereas 78 houses have so far been damaged as torrential rain continued to play havoc across the country.

Punjab has the most number of people who died where 48 people were in the heavy rains and 20 lost their lives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), five were killed in Balochistan, the NDMA report read.

On the other hand, light and heavy rain started in different areas of Karachi which is likely to continue in the city till July 10.

There was heavy rain in Sachal Goth, Sohrab Goth, Airport, North Karachi, Malir, Saudabad, Model Colony, and surrounding areas.

There was heavy rain in Shahreh e Faisal, Gulshan Iqbal, Gulshan eMaymar, Gulistan e Jauhar, Safora Chowrangi, Surjani Town, North Karachi, Ayesha Manzil, Liaquatabad, Nazimabad. Rain was also recorded in Landhi, Korangi, and Ibrahim Hydari.

The meteorological department says that heavy rain will continue in the city during the night, and rain will continue intermittently during the day tomorrow. 40 to 50 mm of rain is expected.

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PM directs institutions to stay alert as quake strikes country

quake

PM directs NDMA, other institutions to stay alert Health Minister said there were no reports of loss of lives or property A 6.8 magnitude earthquake jolted most parts of the country ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the National Disaster Management Authority and other relevant institutions to stay alert to deal with any untoward situation … Read more

NDMA dispatches 4th cargo plane carrying relief items to Turkiye

NDMA Turkiye

NDMA dispatches 4th cargo plane carrying relief items to Turkiye 4,800 winterized tents have been dispatched so far The special flight operations will continue till March 23 LAHORE: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday dispatched the fourth cargo plane carrying relief items for quake-hit Turkiye. The NDMA dispatched the cargo plan with 90 … Read more

NDMA dispatches 550 tons relief goods for quake-hit Turkey, Syria

NDMA dispatches
  • The ship carrying 2625 family-sized fire resistant winterized tents.
  • NDMA coordinated Ship carrying aid for the two countries.
  • So far NDMA has dispatched 2812 tons of relief assistance.

ISLAMABAD:  As part of continuous relief assistance on Prime Minister’s directions, to quake-affected people of Turkey and Syria, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has sailed off another ship PNS Moawin with 550 tons of relief goods from Karachi.

Chairman NDMA Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik and Turkish Consul General Jamal Sangu and Commander Pakistan Fleet Rear Admiral Faisal Abbasi graced the departure ceremony of the Ship.

The Turkish Consul General Jamal Sangu conveyed gratitude to Govt and people of Pakistan for extending humanitarian support in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake in his country.

The ship carrying 2625 family-sized fire resistant winterized tents and 38370 blankets making a total of 367 tons for quake-affected Turkey, whereas 179 tons aid consisting of 22000 blankets, 144 tons of donations including essential items of daily use for Syria.

NDMA coordinated Ship carrying aid for the two countries has departed today and would reach Mersin port Turkey on March 23 and Lattakia port Syria  Mar31,  23.

Earlier, on 28 Feb NDMA sailed off 1st sea cargo of 1000 tons for both countries through PNS Nasr that will be received at destination in Syria on 13 Mar and 19/20 Mar in Turkey.

So far NDMA has dispatched 2812 tons of relief assistance to both countries containing Winterized family tents, blankets, ration packs and other essential items.

The relief aid was sent off through all possible means of transportation which includes three C130 PAF aircrafts, one PAF IL 78, three Turkish Aircrafts, three PIA chartered flights in addition to 29 free belly space on regular flights, one NDMA chartered cargo, 21 NDMA hired NLC trucks, two Naval ships and containers on a civil ship.

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CM Sindh, NDMA agree to adopt modern technology to cater disasters

CM Sindh
  • CM said that most of the natural disasters were weather related.
  • Chairman NDMA said NDMA is installing weather-related equipment.
  • CM Sindh said that Sindh was facing disasters from the 2010 flood.

KARACHI: Chief Minister Sindh Syed Murad Ali Shah and Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Lt Gen Inam Haider have agreed in their meeting at CM House that modern technology would be adopted for disaster management.

The CM said that most of the natural disasters were weather related, therefore their forecast could be made much before their occurrences through technological help. He added that this would help the provincial and federal governments to make a contingency plan much before the disasters.

Chairman NDMA LT Gen Inam Haider said that his organization has developed close coordination with international agencies working to forecast weather and its related impacts. He added that the NDMA itself was installing weather-related latest equipment and gadgets to assess the weather and patterns of the disasters during the last few decades.

He told the CM that the provincial disaster management authorities would be also connected with their systems along with sharing daily reports and forecast warnings so that they can make their plans and necessary preparedness accordingly.

Murad Ali Shah said that his province was facing disasters from the 2010 flood, the 2011 flash floods, then the urban floods, and now heavy rains and floods. “We must learn lessons from these natural disasters and must equip and strengthen our institutions to mitigate the impact of such disasters through contingency plans and timely forecasts.

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50,000 winterised tents to be dispatched to Turkey: PM

50000 winterised
  • PM chaired a meeting to review the manufacturing of tents.
  • He said the Pakistani philanthropists were donating relief goods.
  • Shehbaz Sharif instructed to ensure supply of relief goods within time.

LAHORE: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said that around 50,000 winterised tents would be dispatched to the quake-hit Turkey by March 23 this year.

The prime minister, who chaired a meeting to review the manufacturing of tents and other relief goods for Turkey, said the relief supply for the earthquake victims of Turkey and Syria would be dispatched within the given timeframe.

He directed the authorities concerned to carry out random checking of the winterised tents to ensure their quality.

The prime minister told the meeting that the finance ministry, despite financial constraints, provided resources for supply of relief goods which was appreciable.

He also thanked the National Disaster Management Authority, Finance Minister Ishaq Dar, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, and Information and Broadcasting Minister Marriyum Aurangzeb, and Pakistan’s ambassadors to Turkey and Syria for their efforts for relief of the quake affected people.

He said the Pakistani philanthropists were donating relief goods wholeheartedly for those who suffered the losses caused by the earthquake.

The NDMA Chairman General Inam Haider Malik, finance and planning ministers and Pakistan’s ambassador in Turkiye briefed the meeting on the status of relief supplies to the quake-hit Turkiye and Syria.

It was told that by 23rd of March, 34 flights would leave for Turkiye carrying 50,000 winterised tents and 38,000 blankets for Turkiye, and 22,000 blankets and 10,000 ration bags for Syria.

It was told that two cargo flights carrying 220 tons of relief goods would leave for Turkiye by today (Friday) while a Pakistan Navy ship would carry relief goods to Syria.

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Afghanistan: At least 124 people are killed by the Freezing weather  

Afghanistan

According to Taliban officials, at least 124 individuals have died in Afghanistan’s cold temperatures. The coldest winter in ten years has also claimed almost 70,000 cattle life. Afghanistan’s winters are always harsh, but this year has seen its worst weather in ten years. According to Taliban officials, at least 124 individuals have died in Afghanistan’s … Read more

NDMA issues advisory amid rain, snowfall prediction

Rain and Snowfall expected in Pakistan until February 4

NDMA issued a detailed advisory for nationwide preparedness measures Met Office has predicted rain and snowfall in various part of the country It has instructed PDMAs and DDMAs to stay alert ISLAMABAD: National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued a detailed advisory for nationwide preparedness measures to cope with rain and snowfall prediction advising the provinces … Read more

Chairman NDMA acknowledges Chinese assistance for flood rehab

Chairman NDMA

Chairman NDMA met Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong He acknowledged Chinese assistance for flood rehabilitation Chinese envoy stressed enhancing bilateral communication between NDMA and MEM ISLAMABAD: Chairman National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) Lieutenant General Inam Haider Malik met Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong and acknowledged the continued assistance from China for the rehabilitation phase in flood-affected areas. … Read more

NDMA directs for Anti-COVID National Preparedness Audit

NDMA

NDMA has directed for Anti-COVID National Preparedness Audit NDMA expressed confidence in current national preparedness It directed NIH to review the stocks of COVID vaccines  ISLAMABAD: National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has decided to formulate the Anti-Covid National Preparedness Audit 2022-23 amid concerns of a wave of coronavirus in the country. NDMA Chairman Lieutenant General … Read more

Government seeking all-encompassing medical assistance

medical assistance for flood affectees

ISLAMABAD: Due to catastrophic floods that have wreaked devastation and destroyed the country’s health system, leaving people susceptible to dangerous infections, the government has requested all-encompassing medical aid.

According to the National Disaster Management Authority’s (NDMA) most recent data, the death toll from floods has reached 1,559, including 551 children and 318 women, and does not include deaths from flood-related diseases.

“The people [stricken by the floods] are now looking towards the 2/3 of the population that has not been affected,” Ahsan Iqbal, Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives said at a press conference on Tuesday alongside military officials.

The minister urged doctors to set up medical camps for flood victims wherever possible and urged the general public to donate generously to rehabilitation efforts.

Iqbal urged the health sector to assist the government as disease outbreaks were observed in numerous regions and were expected to worsen.
Flooding caused by record monsoon rains and glacier melt in northern Pakistan has affected approximately 33 million people in the South Asian country of 220 million, destroying houses, crops, bridges, highways, and livestock, with damages estimated at $30 billion.

During July and August, the country received 391 mm (15.4 inches) of rain, or 190% more than the 30-year average, as a result of a monsoon that began early and lasted longer than usual. Rainfall in Sindh’s southern province increased to 466% of the norm.

According to Iqbal, the federal government has also launched a sister district scheme, which will allow a district with sufficient resources to adopt a flood-affected district.

In order to bridge the gap in health services, the adoptive district will provide its health facilities to the flood-affected area for a month.

“The federal government is requesting that provinces begin this adopt a district initiative. Particularly in Punjab. Provinces should make their resources available to assist individuals. This will be of great assistance to the country “He stated.

According to the planning minister, the government has decided that all vice-chancellors would be directed to task their university students with creating a mother and child nutrition pack through the Higher Education Commission (HEC).

Iqbal stated that the government intends to collect two million mother and child nutrition kits from the 2.5 million students enrolled in Pakistan’s universities, the specifics of which will be announced soon.

“We want to raise these nutrition kits to help moms and children who are dying for food and whose lives are in danger,” stated the planning minister.

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Sindh received 800% above average rain forecasted by PMD, says CM Sindh

Sindh received 800% above average rain
  • CM Sindh said that in Punjab, the rainfall was 52 percent above average, whereas Sindh received 800 percent above average rain
  • The standing water is up to 3 or 4 feet in various cities of Sindh. In 24 hours, 0.9 or 1 foot of floodwater has decreased in Dadu
  • Chief Executive of Sindh told the media that the foreign aid received by Pakistan is distributed under the supervision of NDMA only

KARACHI: Chief Minister of Sindh Murad Ali Shah in a presser said that in Punjab, the rainfall was 52 percent above average, whereas Sindh received 800 percent above average rain.

“The standing water is up to 3 or 4 feet in various cities of Sindh. In 24 hours, 0.9 or 1 foot of floodwater has decreased in Dadu. On the left bank, the levels are also reduced. The seventh spell of the monsoon is underway in Sindh as more rains are expected in different regions,” CM Sindh said.

Quoting the relief activities, the Chief Executive of Sindh told the media that the foreign aid received by Pakistan is distributed under the supervision of NDMA only. He said that 175,933 tents have been provided by PDMA. NDMA through the Pakistan Army provided 21,300 tents; 2586 tents were provided by the Navy, 3558 tents were provided by the Airforce; and from other sources, 1765 tents were distributed among the affected.

“Around 216,000 tents have been distributed to the flood-affected till now. The total requirement for tents is 1.5 million in the province,” he said.

Moreover, 149,060 tarpaulins have also been distributed, which work similarly to tents given by PDMA. 26,000 were given by the Pakistan Army. A total of 1,85561 tents were provided along with the help of various sources. More than 1.5 million mosquito nets were provided, according to Murad Ali Shah.

“A total of 36,000 ration bags were distributed, 7500 by NDMA, and 42,256 rations have also been distributed by NDMA.”

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NDMA rejects report of UK aid being sold in stores

NDMA uk aid

ISLAMABAD: The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has rejected reports circulating on social media regarding the selling of relief items from the United Kingdom. The NDMA issued a statement saying, “This is to clarify that there is no authenticity in the news circulating on Social Media about the selling of flour bags received from the … Read more

Japan hands over emergency relief items to Pakistan

Japan

Japan has handed over emergency relief goods to NDMA. The relief items have been provided through JICA. Japan would continue to work closely with Pakistan. ISLAMABAD: Japan has handed over emergency relief goods comprising on tents and plastic sheets to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) at the Jinnah International Airport in Karachi. Chief Representative … Read more

Floods Update: Pakistan faces catastrophic flooding as relief operation continues

Floods Toll

Pakistan is facing cataclysmic floods after unprecedented monsoon rainfall this year. The floods have affected nearly one-third of the country including Balochistan, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and south Punjab. The floods have displaced more than 33 million people and damaged more than 1.4 million houses. The death has increased to 1290 while over 12,588 people have … Read more

Pakistan Floods: Rains, floods claim 75 more lives in Pakistan

Pakistan Floods
  • 75 more people have died because of rain and floods in different parts of the country during the last 24 hours
  • According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), flash floods have taken the lives of 1136, whereas 634 people have been injured overall
  • 10,051,570 houses have been damaged because of floods and rain. Furthermore, 735,375 cattle have been killed due to flash floods

ISLAMABAD: 75 more people have died because of rain and floods in different parts of the country during the last 24 hours, Bol news channel reported.

According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), flash floods have taken the lives of 1136, whereas 634 people have been injured overall.

According to the NDMA report, 402 people died due to rain and floods in Sindh, whereas 168 people lost their lives in Punjab. Moreover, 250 died in Balochistan and 258 people lost their lives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK). In Azad Kashmir, rain claimed the lives of 41 people. In the region of Gilgit Baltistan, 22 died.

As per the details provided by the NDMA, 10,051,570 houses have been damaged because of floods and rain. Furthermore, 735,375 cattle have been killed due to flash floods.

Highways across the country are also affected by rain and floods across the country. In Balochistan, 1000 kilometers of highways were affected, and 18 bridges were damaged.

In Sindh, 2,328 km of highways were affected, and 60 bridges were damaged. In Punjab, 121 km and 600 km of roads were affected in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK).

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PM for utilizing all resources to rescue, relocate flood victims

PM for utilizing all resources

Nowshera: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday arrived here to review the ongoing rescue and relief activities in the flood-ravaged areas of the opposition-led Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. During the visit, the prime minister distributed cheques of cash relief assistance among the flood-stricken people.

The authorities concerned apprised him of the flood situation, ongoing rescue and relief operations, as well as the facilities being provided to the displaced people at the relief camps. The PM directed the authorities concerned to utilize all available resources for the immediate rescue and relocation of the flood-hit population.

The prime minister, who arrived here to review the rescue and relief activities in the flood-ravaged areas of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was briefed about the flood situation on the Kabul River.

The Chief Secretary of Khyber Pakthunkhwa Dr. Shehzad Bangash, Deputy Commissioner Nowshera, NDMA, and PDMA’s authorities briefed the prime minister about the ongoing rescue, relief, and rehabilitation operations in Nowshera district following the devastative floods of August 27 that wreaked havoc on people’s lives and properties, besides infrastructure, standing crops, gardens, and livestock.

During the briefing at Mardan Bridge, the authorities concerned apprised him of the ongoing rescue and relief operations as well as other facilities being provided to the displaced people at the relief camps.

He said that the federal government was providing Rs 25,000 cash assistance to each of the flood-hit families across the country to enable them to meet their immediate needs. Moreover, Rs 1 million each would also be given to families who have lost their dear ones.

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NDMA sends special relief package for flood-hit areas of Sindh

NDMA Sindh

NDMA announced special relief package for flood-hit areas of Sindh NDMA dispatched 59 truckloads of relief goods It includes one week ration for 80,000 people and shelter for 12,000 people ISLAMABAD: National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has sent a special relief package to its flood-affected areas of Sindh after unprecedented monsoon rainfall in the province. … Read more

NDMA deployed additional aid to flood victims in Balochistan

flood victims in Balochistan
  • More relief goods were sent on Sunday by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to the people of Balochistan
  • 55 dewatering pumps, 50 generators, and more than 3,000 blankets were donated, as well as tents for more than 45,000 victims, 6,000 tarpaulins, 7,000 mosquito nets, and more than 3,000 blankets were provided
  • Moreover, the NDMA provided the victims of the flooding with 5,000 ration bags filled with relief supplies, including 3,000 water jerrycans
  • The Authority has also delivered around one thousand ration bags, which were supplied by Saudi Relief

ISLAMABAD: In addition to the aid provided by Saudi Relief, more relief goods were sent on Sunday by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to the people of Balochistan who were impacted by severe flooding.

According to a press release, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) delivered the majority of the relief supplies to the regions of Balochistan that were impacted by the flooding. Included in the humanitarian aid that will be provided until August 13 are enough ration packets for 39,000 individuals.

However, 55 dewatering pumps, 50 generators, and more than 3,000 blankets were donated, as well as tents for more than 45,000 victims, 6,000 tarpaulins, 7,000 mosquito nets, and more than 3,000 blankets were provided. Additionally, tents were sent. According to the NDMA, some of the other types of help products include kitchen sets, hygiene kits, and chemical spray equipment.

On August 14, further relief supplies were shipped to Balochistan by the NDMA. These supplies included tarpaulins, blankets, and mosquito nets for a total of sixty thousand individuals.

In addition, as part of the relief supplies, there were thirty-five generators, thirty dewatering pumps, and two hundred tents for use in schools.

Moreover, the NDMA provided the victims of the flooding with 5,000 ration bags filled with relief supplies, including 3,000 water jerrycans.

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PM directs civic bodies to make arrangements ahead of monsoon spell

monsoon spell

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday mandated the federal and provincial civic bodies to closely observe the safety standards ahead of the monsoon spell beginning Thursday The prime minister urged that the relevant authorities provide a good precautionary system for the people of the country, especially Sindh, Balochistan, and South Punjab PM Shehbaz Sharif praised … Read more

NDMA issues alert amid extended monsoon spell

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has issued instructions to federal ministries, provincial governments and departments to remain alert and ensure precautionary measures amid the recent monsoon spell extension. The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicted that the current monsoon spell may continue for another 24-48 hours and is likely to strengthen from this weekend. As … Read more

NDMA issues rain, thunderstorm alert

KE temporarily turns off 340 feeders during rain for caution in Karachi

The National Disaster and Management Authority (NDMA) has issued an alert about rain-wind and thunderstorms in the upper and central parts of the country expected from Thursday evening. According to a press release of the authority, light to moderate rain-wind thunderstorms and snowfall are expected during the period in various parts of the country, said … Read more

NDMA dispatches relief supplies to rain-hit areas in Balochistan on PM’s directives

Balochistan Rain

On the direction of Prime Minister Imran Khan, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) dispatched relief supplies to the areas affected by recent rains in Balochistan. Read more: PM Imran Khan concerned over ‘slow pace’ of development projects in Balochistan According to NDMA, relief supplies, including drainage pumps, tents, blankets and ration bags, had been sent … Read more

ECC gives go-ahead to sugar, wheat import

ISLAMABAD: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Wednesday approved two summaries for import of 200,000 tonnes of sugar and 400,000 tonnes of wheat to curtail food inflation and stabilise prices. Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin presided over the meeting. The ECC approved the summary tabled by the Ministry of … Read more

Supreme Court to hear Covid-19 suo motu case on May 5

Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of Pakistan will hear on May 5 (Wednesday) a suo motu case regarding combating the Covid-19 third wave in the country. According to the details, the bench of the top court will be headed by Chief Justice Gulzar Ahmed and includes Justice Mushir Alam, Justice Umar Ata Bandial, Justice Ijaz Ul Ahsan, … Read more

NDMA provides 124 more ventilators to Punjab hospitals

Ventilators Punjab coronavirus

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has offered 124 more ventilators to the hospitals in Punjab as Covid-19 cases increased. According to details, 70 ventilators have been given to the hospitals of Lahore. These included 20 ventilators to General Hospital, 16 to Services Hospital, 14 to Mayo Hospital, and 10 each to Sir Ganga Ram … Read more