Islamabad:
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) warned about an extremely high flood situation that takes place in the Indo River basin, since the massive waves of the Eastern rivers threaten to overwhelm subsequent areas in the coming days.
According to the forecasts, between September 3 and 4, the flood waters ranging from 900,000 to 950,000 Cusecs are expected to pass through the Panjnad heads. The authorities said that controlled infractions can be carried out to divert the flow, which could reduce the increase between 825,000 and 900,000 Cusec, but still leave a great impact downstream.
The pressure will move further to the south, with the alluvion of Guddu projected to receive flows of 800,000 to 1.1 million CUSECs between September 5 and 6. If deviations are implemented, the volume can be relieved between 750,000 and 900,000 CUSECs.
Despite these measures, the authorities warned that general downloads could rise to 1.2 million CUSECs, a categorized level as an “extremely high flood.” Such volumes could prove the resilience of the Flood Control System of the INDO and put millions at risk.
In Sukkur Barge, between September 6 and 7, flows of 800,000 to 1.1 million Cusec are predicted, while Kotri Barge will see from 800,000 to 1 million CUSECs between September 8 and 9. A maximum alert for September 12 has been issued, when experts anticipate that the Indo is in full swing on its lowest sections.
NDMA officials warned that large upstream discharges can create extreme floods downstream, which raises serious risks for low river areas. Potential overflow, rapes in embankments and widespread flooding of villages remain a serious concern.
“Increases in flooding of this magnitude can seriously damage agricultural land, nearby settlements, rural populations and build infrastructure,” said the NDMA in their advice, urging provincial governments and local administrations to prepare for emergency evacuations and protection measures.
The warning occurs when the country wobbles under relentless monsoon rains, which have swollen the three Eastern rivers, Ravi, Sutlej and Chenab, at dangerous levels. His combined pressure is now moving towards the Indo, intensifying devastation fears in Sindh and Southern Punjab.
