Pakistan faces a worsening flood situation as the ninth spell of monsoon rains continues, with heavy downpours lashing several cities and floodwaters rising dangerously in major rivers.
The NDMA has warned of severe flooding in the coming days, particularly at Panjnad and downstream Indus River barrages.
Heavy rains lash Punjab cities
According to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), the latest monsoon spell is expected to last for the next 24 to 48 hours, bringing further rainfall to upper areas of the country.
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In the past 24 hours, heavy rains have been recorded in Narowal, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Gujrat, and Lahore, worsening the flood threat.
Southern Pakistan also at risk
The NDMA spokesperson said the current spell is likely to affect southern Punjab and Sindh from September 6, with heavy rainfall predicted in Badin, Sujawal, and Tharparkar.
Rain and thunderstorms are also expected in Dadu and Qambar Shahdadkot, while rains are likely in Tharparkar, Umarkot, and Mirpurkhas.
Flood threats at Panjnad and Indus
Floodwaters from the Ravi, Chenab, and Sutlej rivers are expected to converge at Head Panjnad between September 4–5, creating the risk of a severe flood.
The NDMA confirmed that water released by India has already entered Pakistan’s territory, triggering high-level flooding at multiple locations. It said the areas potentially affected by the flood have been identified in advance and the PDMAs concerned informed in this regard.
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From Panjnad, the combined flood relay will join the Indus River, with officials warning of extremely high flooding at Guddu Barrage between September 6–7.
Current flood levels at barrages
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Guddu Barrage: 369,600 cusecs (medium-level flood)
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Sukkur Barrage: 300,600 cusecs (low-level flood)
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Kotri Barrage: 266,800 cusecs (low-level flood)
Authorities have directed district administrations and disaster management institutions to remain on round-the-clock alert.
Weather updates for Karachi
In Sindh, hot and humid conditions are expected to persist with rain and flood risk in some districts, with maximum temperatures between 33°C and 35°C over the next three days.
