PDMA issues GLOF alert for upper K-P
Warns of increased risk of sudden flooding following hot weather, intermittent rainfall expected from Aug 31-Sept 4
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has issued a critical Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) alert for upper Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa regions. A forecast of hot weather and sporadic rainfall from August 31 to September 4 could accelerate glacier melting, raising the danger of sudden flooding. As glacial lakes swell with water, their eruption could cause rapid, destructive river flows in mountainous territories.
The PDMA has instructed upper Chitral, Lower Chitral, Upper Dir, Swat, Upper and Lower Kohistan, and Mansehra's administrations to maintain constant surveillance of at-risk GLOF sites, alert the populace promptly, and carry out evacuation drills in susceptible zones. Citizens inhabiting low-lying areas must be informed immediately about the looming risk.
The PDMA has strongly advised residents to avoid rivers, streams, glacial lakes, and narrow mountain valleys. Tourists are urged to avoid unneeded travel, camping, and trekking in vulnerable locales. The PDMA has cautioned that swift-moving water could sweep away vehicles and urged citizens to remain vigilant for signs of an impending flood, such as changes in water color or uncommon sounds.
The PDMA's Emergency Operations Centre is continuously monitoring the situation, and the public should contact the PDMA's toll-free helpline at 1700 in case of an emergency.
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