Chakwal( The COW News Digital)A state of flood emergency has been declared in Chakwal after record-breaking rainfall exceeding 400 millimeters submerged several low-lying areas and caused widespread damage. The torrential downpour, attributed to a cloudburst, has led to severe flooding across the district, with water entering homes and forcing families to evacuate.
According to the District Administration, heavy rainfall was recorded in multiple parts of Chakwal: 423 mm in Lalyandi, 351 mm in Wahali Zer, and 330 mm in Choa Saidan Shah, making Chakwal the hardest-hit region during the recent spell of monsoon rains, as per data released by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD).
The situation turned tragic in the Khewal area, where the roof of a house collapsed, resulting in the death of a man and a child. The man’s wife and daughter were injured in the incident and are currently receiving medical attention.
Emergency services, including Rescue 1122 teams, are actively engaged in evacuating residents from flooded neighborhoods such as Dhok Mastani and Padshahan. Many families have already begun relocating to safer areas as floodwaters rise.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Bilal Bin Hafeez confirmed that the cloudburst-induced emergency resulted in over 370 mm of rainfall across the district. He emphasized that special security forces may be called in if the situation worsens, highlighting the severity of the flooding and the administrative challenges in rescue efforts.
In response to the deteriorating conditions, the district government has mobilized all available resources and warned that if necessary, assistance will be requested from the Pakistan Army to support rescue and relief operations.
Meanwhile, across Punjab, the current monsoon spell has wreaked havoc. According to official reports, 28 people have died and 90 others injured due to roof and wall collapses. Casualties include 12 in Lahore, 8 in Faisalabad, 3 in Sheikhupura, and 2 in Okara.
Meteorologists have warned of continued rains in the coming days, urging residents in flood-prone areas to remain cautious and follow safety instructions issued by the local authorities.
