Islamabad ( The COW News Digital)Federal Minister for Climate Change, Dr. Musadik Malik, has warned that the current monsoon rainfall will continue until September 10, and the upcoming monsoon season is expected to be more intense, urging authorities to start preparations immediately.
Speaking on the Geo News program Capital Talk, Dr. Malik emphasized the need for proactive measures to mitigate the impact of heavy rainfall and flooding. “The next monsoon will be more severe, and preparation should begin today,” he said.
Dr. Malik highlighted the recent destruction caused by floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, explaining how naturally falling rocks from mountains can become destructive during cloudbursts or floods. He cited the incident in Buner, where large boulders swept down like twigs during the flood. He added that when hotels and resorts collapse in the path of floods, their concrete structures and girders fall onto communities downstream, causing major damage beyond just property loss.
Addressing the issue in Sindh, Provincial Minister Nasir Hussain Shah explained that the drainage capacity of Karachi’s nullahs is only 40 millimeters, making them incapable of handling rainfall amounts as high as 200 millimeters, highlighting the city’s vulnerability to severe downpours.
Environmental expert Dr. Zainab Naeem also issued warnings, drawing parallels with the Buner floods and cautioning that Islamabad and surrounding regions could face similar situations. She pointed out that mountain areas are under stress and lack effective check-and-balance systems to prevent disasters during extreme rainfall events.
Authorities across the country are being urged to enhance flood management strategies, strengthen early warning systems, and ensure that emergency response teams are ready to assist affected communities. Residents living in flood-prone and low-lying areas are advised to remain vigilant and follow official guidance during the monsoon season.
Experts emphasize that climate change has intensified the monsoon pattern, resulting in sudden cloudbursts and flash floods, making timely preparedness crucial. Dr. Malik and Dr. Naeem both stressed that infrastructure planning, including proper drainage systems and reinforced embankments, is critical to reducing the impact of future monsoon floods.
As Pakistan faces the ongoing monsoon season, authorities continue to monitor river levels, rainfall intensity, and vulnerable regions to minimize casualties and property damage. Citizens are urged to take precautionary measures and stay updated with weather advisories from the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
