At least 11 people have died in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Bajaur district after a severe cloudburst and lightning strikes hit the Salarzai area. The sudden cloudburst caused water levels to rise rapidly, damaging several houses and cutting off access routes. Rescue efforts have been slowed down due to the dangerous conditions. Local residents are trying to help the victims while waiting for official assistance.
In another incident in Lower Dir’s Maidan Sori Makan area, a house roof collapsed after heavy rains. Four people lost their lives, and four others were injured. Rescuers and locals worked together to pull seven people from the debris.
Meanwhile, torrential rains continue to batter the northern regions of Pakistan, including Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir. These downpours, combined with glacier bursts, have caused the deaths of 17 people so far. In Ghizer district, flash floods claimed eight lives, while Diamer reported two deaths.
Azad Kashmir has also been hit hard by heavy rains and cloudburst events, resulting in seven fatalities. Many houses, bridges, and roads have been destroyed or severely damaged, disrupting daily life and emergency services.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation as the weather remains unstable. They have urged residents in vulnerable areas to stay alert and follow safety guidelines.
The recent cloudburst and heavy rains underline the need for better disaster preparedness and response in Pakistan’s northern regions. Efforts to restore infrastructure and assist affected families are ongoing.
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