Sho Rao Ali slapped two motorcyclists in fine on Wednesday after they tried to cross a closed path despite the restrictions imposed due to the threat of flooding. According to reports, citizens tried to move from Garewala Chowk to the opposite side, ignoring security measures.
Police sealed Mohammad Wala Road during the night while the ascending waters of the Chenab River threatened the area. The Finest Commissioner Aamir Karim Khan confirmed that traffic in Chief Muhammad Wala was already suspended. He warned that the authorities may be forced to violate the head for security if the pressure continues to increase.
Chenab’s greatest flood wave is expected to pass through the Trimmu head will reach tonight, while water levels in Sidhnai head are rapidly increasing, representing a threat to Pir Mahal and Khanewal.
At present, the water meter in the head Muhammadwala is in 408 feet, with the critical brand 417 feet. The authorities said the Technical Committee will decide on the violation of Muhammadwala based on the speed and intensity of the flood wave, among other factors.
The authorities urged residents to comply with restrictions, emphasizing that closures were necessary to protect lives amid the worsening of flood emergency.
