Pakistan monsoon death toll tops 100 in a month as more heavy rain forecast
Summary
More than 100 people have died in Pakistan this month due to heavy monsoon rains and flash floods. Officials warn that more rain is expected soon, and they are working on plans to give early warnings and evacuate people living near rivers to keep them safe.Key Facts
- At least 109 people have died in Pakistan from floods and heavy rain since June 26.
- Many deaths occurred when houses and roofs collapsed, especially in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province near Afghanistan.
- Flood preparedness plans include timely warnings and voluntary or forced evacuations along river areas.
- Last week, heavy rains caused flooding in Lahore and other parts of Pakistan, disrupting travel.
- Some residents have criticized the government for insufficient preparation and response to the floods.
- Officials are concerned about a repeat of the 2022 floods, which killed over 1,700 people and displaced millions.
- The National Disaster Management Authority is leading efforts to review and improve flood readiness.
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