{
  "id": 2281966,
  "title": "Low-level flooding reported at several points in Punjab",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/low-level-flooding-reported-at-several-points-in-punjab",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-21T02:19:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business Recorder",
    "slug": "business-recorder",
    "url": "https://www.brecorder.com/news/40435901/low-level-flooding-reported-at-several-points-in-punjab"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "LAHORE - The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued an update on flood conditions across the province, reporting low-level flooding at several key points due to ongoing monsoon rains. Jhelum recorded the highest rainfall at 125mm, followed by Attock at 118mm, Rawalpindi at 109mm and Mangla at 105mm. Other districts such as Sialkot, Gujrat, Mandi Bahauddin, Narowal, Murree and Gujranwala reported significant rainfall ranging from 39mm to 53mm.\n\nThe PDMA reported that advance preparations and drainage operations were able to manage the heavy rainfall effectively. Muhammad Saif Anwar Jappa, DG PDMA, stated that continuous monitoring of rivers, dams and barrages was ongoing across Punjab, with all relevant departments on alert for any potential emergencies. Low-level flooding was noted at various points along the Chenab and Indus Rivers, with inflows and outflows recorded at 145,000 cusecs, 372,000 cusecs, 295,000 cusecs and 331,000 cusecs, respectively. Nala Palkho in Wazirabad, Nala Basantar in Narowal, Nala Bayan in Shakargarh and Nala Aik also experienced low-level flooding.\n\nMost rivers in Punjab, including the Jhelum, Ravi and Sutlej, remain in normal water conditions, while hill torrents in Dera Ghazi Khan are also experiencing increased water flow. The water levels at Tarbela Dam (100 percent), Mangla Dam (71 percent), Aker Pong Dam (54 percent), Thane Dam (51 percent) and Bhakra Dam (48 percent) reflect the impact of the monsoon rains.\n\nAs of now, there have been no reported casualties from the monsoon rains in Punjab, but 54 people have died and 341 others have been injured in rain-related incidents during the current monsoon season. The PDMA has announced that the government will provide compensation to victims and extend relief to affected families under its policy. Flood relief camps have been set up in impacted areas to offer shelter, food, clean drinking water, medical assistance and other essentials.\n\nJappa urged citizens to take necessary precautions and avoid low-lying areas, particularly rivers, canals, streams and storm drains. Parents are advised to keep children away from floodwater and avoid bathing in such conditions. The authority encourages citizens to heed the instructions of local authorities during any emergency and take timely measures to safeguard themselves and their families.",
  "summary": "LAHORE: The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has issued a fresh flood fact sheet, reporting low-level flooding at several key points amid widespread monsoon rains across the province. According to the PDMA, significant rainfall was recorded in several districts during the last 24 hours, with Jhelum receiving the highest rainfall of 125mm, followed by Attock 118mm, Rawalpindi…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}