Heavy rainfall in Pakistan over the past month has caused at least 173 deaths in Punjab Province | Report | Pakistan
The National Disaster Management Agency of Pakistan released a report on the 29th, stating that since June 25th, floods caused by heavy rainfall have caused at least 173 deaths and 260 injuries in the country.
The report states that Punjab Province in the east is the hardest hit region, with floods caused by heavy rainfall resulting in at least 67 deaths in the province. At least 1485 houses were destroyed in floods throughout Pakistan, with 475 livestock lost. Multiple roads in the northern and northwestern regions were cut off due to floods or landslides caused by heavy rainfall.
Pakistan's meteorological department said that rainstorm may occur in the southwest Baluchistan Province in the next two days, and relevant departments should pay attention to the risk of mountain torrents and landslides.
At present, the Pakistani government, non-profit organizations, and volunteers are conducting rescue efforts in the disaster area.