Floods triggered by heavy rains have severely hit several districts of Punjab, leaving many families stranded. In response, Pakistan Army rescue operations are continuing in Jhang, Chiniot, and nearby areas. Soldiers are using boats to move people trapped by rising waters to safer places. Those rescued include children, women, and the elderly.
Local residents have praised the military’s efforts, saying the army is working alongside the people during this crisis. Many affected families have found temporary shelter and basic relief support in the camps set up for them.
Meanwhile, authorities are also monitoring the situation in Sindh, where a flood threat is emerging. The provincial government has activated the Rain and Flood Emergency Monitoring Cell to track water levels at major barrages. The control room is operating round the clock under the supervision of the Chief Minister and Chief Secretary.
Recent water readings show increasing pressure at key barrages. At Guddu Barrage, inflow is 322,819 cusecs, while outflow stands at 307,956 cusecs. Sukkur Barrage recorded an inflow of 303,480 cusecs with an outflow of 252,110 cusecs. Kotri Barrage reported 273,844 cusecs inflow and 244,739 cusecs outflow.
At Trimmu, water levels have reached 493,159 cusecs, with flows moving quickly toward Guddu. Officials warned that nearly half of the affected population may need to be shifted to relief camps if levels continue to rise.
Sindh has identified 102 vulnerable points across the province, where machinery and emergency supplies are already placed. Over 500 relief camps and 300 livestock camps are active between Sukkur and Guddu barrages. Emergency teams from PDMA, Health, Irrigation, and Livestock departments are coordinating with district administrations to ensure quick response.
Two helplines have been issued for public assistance: 021-99222967 and 021-99222758.
Authorities confirmed that all embankments remain secure, but close monitoring is ongoing in sensitive districts, including Sukkur, Larkana, Jacobabad, Dadu, and Jamshoro.
