The recent monsoon rains and floods across the country have resulted in a tragic loss of 245 lives from July 1st to August 27th, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
Punjab has been the hardest hit, with 92 fatalities reported, followed by Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with 74 deaths.
In Sindh, 47 people lost their lives, while 22 deaths were reported in Balochistan. Additionally, 6 people in Kashmir and 4 in Gilgit-Baltistan have also perished due to the severe weather conditions.
Among the deceased, 121 were children and 48 were women. The disasters have also left 446 individuals injured, including 158 men, 107 women, and 181 children.
The NDMA's report further highlights the extensive damage to property and infrastructure. A total of 1,002 houses were completely destroyed, while 3,475 houses suffered partial damage. The floods also took a toll on public infrastructure, damaging 8 schools and 35 bridges. Moreover, 609 cattle were killed, exacerbating the economic impact on affected communities.
The NDMA continues to assess the full extent of the damage and coordinate with provincial authorities to assist those affected by the floods.
