Urban floods in Karachi. Photo: AA
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Tuesday said the death toll from rains, flash floods and landslides across the country has risen to 110 during the current monsoon season.
The NDMA, in a briefing to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, said around 360 people were injured in rain-triggered incidents across the country since June 26, while nearly 800 houses were damaged.
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Most of the deaths were recorded in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, followed by Punjab.
The NDMA warned that several parts of the country could face flash floods and glacial lake outbursts over the next month due to rapid melting of glaciers in northern areas.
Prime Minister Shehbaz ordered authorities to use “all available resources”, including early warning systems, to mitigate the impact of rains and floods.
Pakistan experiences heavy monsoon rains every year, typically from late June to September, often causing widespread flooding and extensive property damage.
Meteorological authorities have predicted another spell of heavy rain in northern and southern Pakistan in the next two days.
🌧️ PMD Weather Advisory Another period of active monsoon is expected from July 29 to August 5 over much of Pakistan. Downpours, winds and rains with scattered heavy to very heavy precipitation can cause urban flooding, flash floods and landslides in vulnerable areas. #PMD #Meteorological Alert #Monsoon2026 pic.twitter.com/f0oaSaCUsM
– Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) July 28, 2026
A day earlier, Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) predicted a powerful monsoon wave from July 29 that could affect Islamabad, upper Punjab, KP, Azad Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan and upper river catchment areas. According to the PMD, the new streak is expected to last until August 5. The meteorological department also warned that the upcoming monsoon system was expected to cause urban flooding and rising water levels in rivers, hill streams and nullahs.
Meanwhile, the Punjab Home Department imposed Section 144 across the province, which prohibits unauthorized swimming, bathing and boating in various water bodies for 60 days.
