The Indus River is witnessing a dangerous rise in water levels after recent heavy rainfall in northern Pakistan. Officials have reported medium flood conditions at Tarbela, Kalabagh, Chashma, and Taunsa barrages.
At Guddu and Sukkur barrages, the river is currently at low flood levels. However, experts warn that Guddu may reach medium flood within the next 24 hours. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as more rain is expected in the coming days.
According to the Sukkur Barrage Control Room, Tarbela Dam is now holding water at 1548.02 feet, which is 98 percent of its maximum capacity. Mangla Dam is also rising, reaching 1211.90 feet, about 69 percent of its total storage level. These figures highlight growing concerns about additional inflows if rainfall continues.
The current inflow of the Indus River at Guddu Barrage is 282,900 cusecs, while the outflow stands at 256,100 cusecs. At Sukkur Barrage, the inflow is 211,500 cusecs, with an outflow of 154,900 cusecs. Meanwhile, at Kotri Barrage downstream, the river’s inflow is 81,200 cusecs, compared to an outflow of 66,200 cusecs.
Officials have cautioned that water levels could further rise if new rain systems hit the upper catchment areas. Villages near low-lying regions are on alert, while flood response teams remain stationed to assist if conditions worsen.
The situation underscores the risk posed by Indus River flooding during Pakistan’s peak monsoon season. Rising water inflows, combined with full dam capacities, are creating challenges for both authorities and residents. Relief agencies have been advised to prepare for potential displacement in vulnerable districts.
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