Karachi ( The COW News Digital)After devastating Punjab, floods have now intensified in Sindh, with water levels rising sharply at Guddu Barrage, triggering a high-level flood warning. According to the Flood Forecasting Division (FFD) Lahore, inflow at Guddu Barrage has surged to 537,000 cusecs, creating a serious risk for low-lying and riverine areas.
The rising waters are also putting pressure downstream, as inflows at Sukkur Barrage have reached 460,000 cusecs, while Kotri Barrage is experiencing a low-level flood. Authorities warn that continued rise in water levels could lead to further inundation of katcha (riverine) settlements, forcing more residents to evacuate.
In southern Punjab, the flood wave from Head Panjnad has now merged into the Indus River near Kot Mithan, intensifying flooding in the adjoining katcha areas of Rajanpur and Chachran Sharif, where the water level has climbed to 11.4 feet. Many areas have been submerged, and displacement of local residents is underway.
Meanwhile, inflow in the Chenab River at Head Panjnad has started to decrease, dropping by approximately 30,000 cusecs to 633,000 cusecs, but the situation remains critical with extremely high flood levels persisting. In Tehsil Alipur’s katcha area of Mallanwali, floodwaters have entered villages, forcing people to relocate to safer ground.
Water levels at Ravi River’s Head Sidhnai have also started receding, although a medium-level flood continues to threaten agricultural lands and small settlements along its course.
On the other hand, the flood situation in the Sutlej River is gradually improving. At Ganda Singh Wala, the water flow has reduced by 78,000 cusecs, bringing the situation down to a low-level flood. However, low and medium-level floods remain at Head Sulemanki and Head Islam respectively, keeping authorities on high alert.
The Foreign Office has expressed concern that India has not provided detailed updates on the water flow despite prior commitments under existing agreements. Officials stress that timely sharing of data is critical to better manage the evolving flood situation and prevent loss of life and property.
Disaster management teams are on standby across Sindh and Punjab to support rescue and relief efforts. Authorities continue to urge residents in vulnerable areas to evacuate to safer locations as water levels are expected to remain high in the coming days.
