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Death toll rises to 120 due to torrential rains, flooding in Texas

July 10, 2025 by Abid Khan

TEXAS: The death toll from the ongoing storm-related flooding and torrential rains in the U.S. state of Texas has risen to 120, as extreme weather continues to wreak havoc across the region. According to American media reports, relentless rainfall and flash floods have been battering parts of Texas for over a week, causing widespread destruction … Read more

Devastating floods claim 82 lives in Texas amid torrential rains

July 7, 2025 by Abid Khan

TEXAS: The U.S. state of Texas has once again been gripped by a natural disaster, as torrential rains and sudden, catastrophic flooding wreaked havoc across the state. According to international media reports, the deadly weather has resulted in the deaths of at least 82 people, including 28 children, in various rain and flood-related incidents. Emergency … Read more

PM offers sympathies to Malaysian PM over loss of lives in floods

December 1, 2024November 30, 2024 by Abid Khan

LAHORE: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif expressed deepest sympathies on behalf of the Pakistani people for the brotherly people of Malaysia over the loss of lives and property caused by recent floods due to torrential rains in several states of the country.

The prime minister in his telephonic conversation with his Malaysian counterpart Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim, assured that the people of Pakistan stood in solidarity with their Malaysian brothers and sisters during this challenging time.

He also appreciated the swift and effective measures taken by the Malaysian government to address this natural calamity.

The prime minister offered all possible assistance to Malaysia and announced the immediate dispatch of humanitarian aid as a gesture of Pakistan’s support for its Malaysian brothers and sisters.

Referring to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Pakistan in October this year, PM Shehbaz expressed satisfaction with the positive momentum in bilateral relations and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest.

He noted with satisfaction that most of the trade issues highlighted during the Malaysian Prime Minister’s visit to Pakistan had been successfully resolved.

The Malaysian prime minister thanked Shehbaz Sharif for Pakistan’s support and agreed that both nations needed to work together to enhance relations in all key sectors.

The two leaders also agreed to continue high-level visits. The prime minister, as well as the deputy prime minister and foreign minister, are expected to visit Kuala Lumpur early next year, a press release issued by the PM Office said.

In his post on X, the prime minister said during his conversation with the Malaysian PM he also expressed deep admiration for the swift response of the Malaysian government to this natural calamity.

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also expressed heartfelt grief over loss of lives and destruction resulting from floods in Malaysia.

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PM directs for report over provision of relief to rain affected people

March 19, 2024March 19, 2024 by Abid Khan

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif directed for submission of a report regarding swift completion and transparent provision of relief to the people affected by recent torrential rains across the country.

He also directed the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to accomplish a joint survey report in collaboration with the provinces, besides enhancement of cooperation with the provinces to face the future calamities.

The prime minister also sought an implementation report over his directive in the previous tenure regarding technical improvement of NDMA.

The prime minister was given a detailed briefing by the NDMA about the relief and rehabilitation activities in the wake of recent torrential rains as well as weather forecast and preparedness.

The meeting was attended by Minister for Economic Affairs and Establishment Ahad Khan Cheema, Chairman NDMA Lt Gen. Inam Haider Malik and relevant senior officials.

The meeting was apprised of the recent damages, rescue efforts and distribution of assistance amount. The NDMA with assistance of provinces; specially Balochistan would soon complete a collective verification survey over number of complete and partially damaged houses.

Under the prime minister’s directive, a total of 766,000 kg dry ration would be distributed in Gwadar till March 24 out of which about 388,000 kg ration had been distributed so far till March 16. Moreover, 97,000 kg ration had been distributed in Quetta and Dalbadin, it was further informed.

The prime minister directed that the relief process should be completed immediately, besides ensuring transparency in its distribution. With earlier completion of joint survey, the aid should be provided to the affected people only, he stressed, adding that affected people from the recent rains could not be left in despair and it was among government’s top priority to support them.

The meeting was further informed about the weather forecast during April to June and July to September in the current season and the preparedness of NMDA.

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PM vowed no politics over rehabilitation of flood-affected Pakistanis

August 25, 2022August 4, 2022 by Kumail Shah

DERA ISMAIL KHAN: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif vowed on Thursday to make all feasible efforts for the rehabilitation of flood-affected Pakistanis, with no party differences or prejudice standing in the way.

During a visit to the flood-ravaged district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa today, the prime minister stated that even though the province was run by another party, it should make no difference.

“In this province, another party dominates. We have no disagreement with it at this moment. We must all work together to accomplish this. This is about Pakistan, about you, about your rehabilitation, about your home, about your children. “God willing, you will see there will be no politics or prejudice in it,” he promised those evacuated by the sudden floods.

He stated that the federal and provincial administrations were both working around the clock to help the impacted people.

He remarked that the federal government has declared Rs 1 million in compensation for the deceased and had sent a message to the chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa requesting that the compensation sum be increased from Rs0.8 million to Rs1 million to assist the bereaved families.

Furthermore, the federal government will offer Rs 250,000 to each injured person, Rs 0.5 million to destroyed dwellings, and Rs 0.2 million to partially damaged structures.

Moreover, he expressed that the NDMA and provincial authorities will conduct a joint survey to analyze agricultural damage so that the government can transparently provide compensation.

The prime minister also recalled his conversation with Army Chief of Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa on the matter, who promised him his full cooperation to accomplish the common obligation of rehabilitating the displaced population.
He stated that after his travels to the impacted regions were completed, he would convene a conference within a few days to assess the damage and organize the compensation process.

The prime minister, however, assured residents that the government would not postpone the rebuilding of damaged infrastructure, including roads and bridges devastated by flash floods.

The prime minister, who had previously visited the flood-affected parts of the Tank district, praised the National Highway Authority chairman’s work in rehabilitating road infrastructure in Balochistan and other places. He stressed that the government would not rest until every individual had been rehabilitated and every household had been rebuilt.

During a briefing by the relevant authorities, the prime minister was informed that the flash floods had destroyed 143 dwellings. A survey was conducted to determine the extent of the damage to structures, crops, and livestock.
It was stated that no casualties were recorded in the region due to flooding, except one electrocution.

It was reported that this year saw roughly 350 percent more rain and that everyone, including the NDMA, PDMAs, Pakistan Army, FC, and local governments, was working together to rehabilitate the community.

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China hits new flood records

June 23, 2022 by Muhammad Zubair

Heavy rains drove water levels in the Pearl River delta to their highest level in almost a century. Forecasters predict record-breaking flooding in parts of southern China. Hundreds of thousands of people have been evacuated from Guangdong province’s worst-affected areas, including Shenzhen. Floods were forecast in parts of southern China on Thursday as torrential rains … Read more

PDMA predicts torrential rains across Sindh, issues alert

September 12, 2020 by Muhammad Usman

Another flood alert has been issued by PDMA Sindh while predicting torrential rains across Sindh. In this regard, PDMA Sindh said that in the next 24 hours, torrential rains are likely in the southern and southeastern districts of Sindh. The PDMA has directed the Deputy Commissioners to take steps to prepare security arrangements in this … Read more

Mangla, Tarbela dam filled to maximum capacity

August 29, 2020 by Arhama Altaf

Water reservoirs Mangla and Tarbela Dams have reached their maximum capacity of 1,242 feet and 1,550 feet, resulting in record availability of water from the two dams, reports said on Saturday.

The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) spokesperson said that the filling of the dams to capacity would help in generating power.

Currently, the cumulative quantum of water available at present in Mangla and Tarbela reservoirs stands at 13.336 million acre-feet (MAF) which is a record for water availability during the last 10 years.

Water available in the two dams is also higher in comparison with the average for the last 10 years. During the last ten years, the average water availability in the two dams was recorded as 11.163 MAF.

The two dams will now be able to produce more power in the coming days due to the availability of more water.

According to the reports, WAPDA hydel power stations have been providing more than 8,500 MW for the last two consecutive days and hydel generation may touch 9,000 MW mark.

Flood alert issued for River Chenab

Meanwhile, officials have issued a flood warning for River Chenab in the wake of heavy monsoon rain, directing all the concerned departments to monitor monsoon rains and rise in the river water level closely.

Officials said they have also ordered keeping flood-fighting machinery operational at all levels.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) Amir Khatak directed all departments to prepare their respective staff duty rosters. The DC also ordered all schools marked for flood relief camps to finalize food arrangements.

Khatak said the departments concerned are closely monitoring water situation in rivers.

Rains Wreak Havoc: Water level in Hub Dam rises to 338 feet

August 27, 2020 by Web Desk

The current spell of rains has wreaked havoc in Sindh, resulted in increasing the water level in Hub Dam to 338 feet and likely to fill to its maximum capacity for the first time in 13 years. According to the details, The Hub Dam meets the water needs of several areas in Balochistan, last filled to … Read more

Death toll arises to 56 as copious rain hits Kenya

November 25, 2019November 25, 2019 by Arhama Altaf

The death toll from landslides in northwestern Kenya triggered by unusually heavy rains has risen to at least 56 people, a local official said. The downpour began on Friday in West Pokot County, which borders Uganda, and worsened overnight, causing flooding and mudslides that swept away four bridges and left villages inaccessible by road. The … Read more

CM Sindh chairs special meeting as rain warnings issued

August 7, 2019 by Shiraz Shaikh

Chief Minister Sindh Murad Ali Shah chairs a special meeting in Karachi as rain warnings issued by Met department. According to the details, the meeting was called to discuss the upcoming rains in Karachi and encroachment. CM Sindh has ordered all the provincial departments to ready themselves as more torrential rains are expected to fall … Read more

The efforts of all departments in recent rains was appreciable: Saeed Ghani

August 2, 2019August 2, 2019 by Arhama Altaf

Sindh Local Government Minister Saeed Ghani said that the performance of all the departments in recent rains and floods is commendable. Saeed Ghani held the federal and local governments responsible for the chaos that had arisen in the city following torrential rains. Addressing a rally, Saeed Ghani said that due to recent rains, many areas … Read more

Flood alert issued for River Chenab

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