{
  "id": 5057179,
  "title": "Islamabad Launches Emergency Drainage Operation",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/islamabad-launches-emergency-drainage-operation",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-02T08:48:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/09/02/islamabad-launches-emergency-drainage-operation/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Capital Development Authority and district administration initiated an urgent drainage and dewatering operation in Islamabad on Tuesday following heavy rainfall that led to waterlogging in numerous areas. Special emphasis was placed on sectors such as E-11, Ghouri Town, and other low-lying locations. Teams equipped with dewatering machinery were positioned at vulnerable spots including underpasses, interchanges, and major roads. Drains and waterways were actively being cleared to facilitate the efficient movement of rainwater. Islamabad Chief Commissioner Sohail Ashraf, along with Deputy Commissioner Irfan Nawaz Memon, toured E-11, Ghouri Town, and additional regions to assess drainage systems, traffic management, and emergency protocols. Ashraf instructed authorities to utilize all resources at their disposal, to maintain constant surveillance over sensitive areas, and to ensure the rapid drainage of accumulated water. Joint teams comprising representatives from the CDA, MCI, Emergency and Disaster Management, and the district administration remained on the ground. The local government advised residents to refrain from non-essential travel and to stay clear of low-lying and waterlogged areas during the downpour. Individuals could report emergencies or drainage issues to 1334 or 16.",
  "summary": "The Capital Development Authority and the district administration launched an emergency drainage and dewatering operation across Islamabad on Tuesday after … Read More The post Islamabad Launches Emergency Drainage Operation appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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}