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Panjnad now in ‘exceptionally high’ flood as medium levels continue at Guddu, Sukkur​

Panjnad Headworks on the Chenab river was now in an “exceptionally high” flood, while Sindh’s Guddu and Sukkur barrages continued to record “medium” flood levels as waters head downstream.

According to FFD data, Panjnad witnessed outflows of over 660,000 cusecs, with a steady trend, while Guddu and Sukkur barrages had flow of over 400,000 cusecs.

On the other hand, flood levels in Punjab rivers receded further, with Ganda Singh Wala on the Sutlej River near the Indian border in a “medium” flood.




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Hopes dashed of flood-affected people along Sutlej by PDMA alert of rise in water level​

Flood victims of the Sutlej are dismayed as the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) once again has issued an alert about a rise in water level at Harike and Ferozepur, which will affect nine districts of Punjab, including Kasur.

This news has dashed the hopes of thousands of displaced families who had just begun to see the floodwaters recede over the past 48 hours.

The water level at Ganda Singh Headworks had dropped by nearly 100,000 cusecs in a single day, bringing the reading down to 182,188 cusecs.

Although this still qualifies as an extremely high flood level, the decrease in water and monsoon rains had allowed some roads in six villages near the headworks to become passable again.

However, the district administration has not yet allowed residents to return home.

 

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Guddu barrage on Indus to reach ‘very high’ flood in next 48 hours: PMD​

Guddu Barrage is expected to be in a “very high” flood in the next 48 hours, while the Sukkur Barrage will attain “high” flood level within the same time frame, according to an advisory issued by PMD.

As for rainfall, “No significant weather system is expected to hit the country till September 15,” PMD added.

 

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Water level sees decreasing trend at Ganda Singh Wala on Sutlej: FFD​

Water level at Ganda Singh Wala headwork on the Sutlej continues to be in a “falling” trend, as per the latest data by the Flood Forecasting Division.

As of 10am today, the Ganda Wala Singh headwork recorded a decrease of around 63000 cusecs of water, with the current level at 118,652 cusecs.

 

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Punjab acquires two drones to airlift survivors from flood-hit areas​

Punjab has acquired two drones to airlift survivors from flood-hit areas and transport food and other life-saving equipment to people stranded in floodwaters.

The home department conducted a test run of the drone on Wednesday and rescued a man in a mock exercise in Lahore.

Secretary Dr Ahmad Javed Qazi said a drone having the capacity to lift people or relief items up to 100kg had been dispatched to Multan after a test run in Lahore.

“Another drone with a capacity to carry up to 200kg has been acquired from Karachi and is expected to reach Multan on Thursday,” he said.

The Punjab government has already been using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and quadcopters to identify citizens trapped in floodwaters before sending boats to the survivors.

 

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Pakistan Navy personnel, on board a hovercraft, rescue a young flood survivor in Sindh.

 

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Nearly 4.3m people affected in Punjab due to floods: information minister​

Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari has said that nearly 4.3 million people have been impacted by floods in Punjab so far.

Addressing a press conference today, Bukhari detailed the rescue efforts, stating, “The number of people impacted has now risen to 42,89000 out of which half of them have been shifted to safer locations.”

 

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India, Dams, And The Future Of Pakistan’s Rivers - Part 1

Flash floods in Pakistan expose tensions over India’s water control, dam debates in Sindh, and governance failures shaping the fate of rivers like the Ravi

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High flood alert issued for Balochistan​

NDMA warns southern, eastern districts of the province may face torrential rains over next 24 to 48 hours

Web Desk
September 11, 2025

A family with their belongings wade through rain waters following rains and floods during the monsoon season in Jamshoro, Pakistan August 26, 2022. Photo: REUTERS

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Thursday issued a flash floods warning for Balochistan, stating that southern and eastern districts of the province may face torrential rains over the next 24 to 48 hours, Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) reported a private news channel as saying.

Heavy downpours are expected in Lasbela, Hub, Khuzdar, Awaran, Barkhan, Sui, Sibi, Dera Bugti, Naseerabad, Kohlu, Kalat, Zhob, Kech, Gwadar, Pasni, Ormara, Surab and southern Washuk.

Authorities cautioned that the rainfall could pose serious threats to local communities and infrastructure. Officials said flash flooding is highly likely in seasonal streams and rivers in Wadh, Khuzdar, Bela, Ormara and Hingol Valley.

The surging water may damage mud houses, crops, farmland, and rural roads, with villages near waterways facing the highest risk.

The NDMA has instructed local administrations to deploy rescue teams, prepare emergency shelters, and remain ready to restore road access in affected areas.

Citizens have been urged to avoid unnecessary travel, especially in flood-prone zones, and to keep away from weak structures, electricity poles, and trees.

Motorists have been advised to park vehicles in safe places and avoid crossing inundated roads or underpasses. Farmers have also been warned to take urgent steps to protect their crops.

NDMA appealed to the public to strictly follow safety advisories, remain alert to weather updates, and immediately inform authorities of any unusual situation.

 

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Flood threat remains severe at rivers’ confluence​

Imran Gabol
September 12, 2025

SUKKUR: A fisherman navigates one of the meanders of the Indus, near the Lansdowne Bridge. While Panjnad is recording flows over 0.6m cusecs, Guddu and Sukkur are steady at around 0.4m.—Umair Ali

• Panjnad crosses 668,000 cusecs; mass evacuations underway in Alipur
• Guddu, Sukkur barrages record over 400,000 cusecs, remain in ‘medium flood’
• Children among the missing after boats capsize in Jalalpur Pirwala
• NDMA chairman says Pakistan facing ‘last monsoon spell’
• Preparations in place at Nasirabad as Balochistan braces for floodwaters

LAHORE: Punjab is facing a relentless flood emergency as the Sutlej, Ravi and Chenab rivers continue to swell, inundating thousands of villages and displacing millions across the province.

The situation intensified after Indian authorities issued alerts regarding rising water levels at Ganda Singh Wala and Ferozepur two days ago, prompting renewed evacuations along the Sutlej River.

Despite some areas witnessing a slight recession in water levels, the overall flood threat remains severe, with rescue and relief operations stretched across multiple districts.

At Panjnad Headworks on the Chenab River, water discharge surged to an exceptionally high level, crossing 668,000 cusecs. Between Wednesday morning and early Thursday, the flow increased by 100,000 cusecs, triggering mass evacuations in Alipur tehsil.