Leh Nullah rises to 20 feet as heavy rain lashes Rawalpindi
Warning sirens activated along nullah Nine people trapped in rainwater evacuated by Rescue 1122 Gujar Khan traders lose millions as shops flooded Met Office forecasts more rains RAWALPINDI: Heavy rain early on Monday morning inundated low-lying areas, with rainwater entering shops and houses and damaging people’s belongings in the garrison city. The Leh Nullah rose to 20 feet at Kattarian Bridge…
Rawalpindi witnessed heavy rain on Monday morning, causing the Leh Nullah to rise to 20 feet and 18 feet at two bridges. This led to flooding in low-lying areas, with shops and houses submerged in rainwater. Nine people were trapped and evacuated by Rescue 1122, with Army and various departments on alert. The heavy rainfall, forecasted to continue until Tuesday evening, resulted in damages to vehicles and property.
The Meteorological Department expected more rain and windy conditions throughout the region. Many factories and shops suffered losses worth millions, with traders specifically mentioning electronics, garments, and shoes being submerged. The issue was attributed to faulty sewerage systems, and residents expressed their concerns to the authorities, demanding compensation for the losses incurred.
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