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Pakistan monsoon floods and rising weather risks

Overview

The monsoon season in Pakistan has intensified through July and August, evolving into a severe humanitarian emergency characterized by widespread flooding, landslides, and glacial lake outbursts. By mid-August, heavy rains caused the Tarbela Dam to reach 100 per cent capacity, while the Mangla Dam rose to 68 per cent. In the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad, intense rainfall triggered severe urban flooding, with Nullah Lai water levels reaching between 20 and 21 feet at Katarian. As of August 19, the National Disaster Management Authority reported a death toll surpassing 160 people since June 26. Receding waters have left behind sewage-contaminated mud, leading to reports of eye, throat, and stomach-related illnesses. By late August, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued an alert for an eighth monsoon spell effective through September 5, predicting heavy rainfall and urban flooding risks in Lahore, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Gujrat, and Sialkot, alongside landslide risks in Murree and Galiyat. On September 1, torrential rains caused severe urban flooding in the twin cities. In Rawalpindi, Nullah Lai reached critical levels of 27 to 29 feet at Katarian and 21 to 24 feet at Gawalmandi. The Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) declared a rain emergency, deploying heavy machinery and sirens to alert residents in low-lying areas like Safdarabad, Pirwadhai, and Sadiqabad. In Islamabad, rainfall reached approximately 150mm in the E-11 sector, causing sewer overflows and a protective wall collapse in the D-12/2 sector. Emergency services, including Rescue 1122 and the Pakistan Army, were placed on high alert. Simultaneously, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) issued urgent warnings regarding heightened risks of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), flash floods, and landslides. Authorities noted that rising temperatures and monsoon rains are accelerating glacier melt, particularly threatening Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa districts such as Chitral, Swat, and Mansehra.

Entities

Pakistan Meteorological Department · Pakistan · Islamabad · Lahore · National Disaster Management Authority

Claims

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"The monsoon rains in Pakistan have caused 122 deaths since June 26."

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"The NDMA reported at least 107 deaths from monsoon rain and flooding since June 26."

The claims report different total death tolls (at least 107 vs 122) attributed to the NDMA for the same period.
"Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recorded the highest number of fatalities, with 56 deaths."

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"Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province recorded the highest number of deaths, 55."

The claims provide different death counts (55 vs 56) for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.
"Punjab recorded 46 deaths from the monsoon rains."

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"Punjab province recorded 36 deaths."

The claims report different death counts (36 vs 46) for Punjab province.
"The monsoon rains have injured 388 people in Pakistan."

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"The NDMA reported 344 people injured by monsoon-related incidents."

The claims report different numbers of injured people (344 vs 388) attributed to the NDMA.
"As of August 3, the monsoon death toll in Pakistan reached 145 people."

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"Monsoon rains in Pakistan have killed at least 108 people."

The claims report different total death tolls (at least 108 vs 145) for the monsoon in Pakistan.

[DISPUTED] The NDMA reported at least 107 deaths from monsoon rain and flooding since June 26.
[DISPUTED] The NDMA reported 344 people injured by monsoon-related incidents.
[DISPUTED] Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province recorded the highest number of deaths, 55.
[DISPUTED] Punjab province recorded 36 deaths.
[DISPUTED] The monsoon rains in Pakistan have caused 122 deaths since June 26.
[DISPUTED] The monsoon rains have injured 388 people in Pakistan.
[DISPUTED] Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recorded the highest number of fatalities, with 56 deaths.
[DISPUTED] Punjab recorded 46 deaths from the monsoon rains.
[DISPUTED] Monsoon rains in Pakistan have killed at least 108 people.
[DISPUTED] As of August 3, the monsoon death toll in Pakistan reached 145 people.
[● 6 SOURCES] The NDMA warned of rising water flows and low to moderate flooding risks in several parts of Pakistan on August 8-9.
[● 6 SOURCES] Low-level flooding is currently observed in the Indus River at Kalabagh, Chashma, Taunsa, and Guddu.

Timeline

7 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan weather alert: Heavy rain, flooding risks, and first snowfall in Swat
Pakistan faces heavy rain, potential urban flooding, and landslides across several provinces, while the Swat region records its first snowfall of the year.
10 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Pakistan disaster authorities warn of glacial lake outburst floods
Authorities in Pakistan have warned of increased risks of glacial lake outburst floods, flash floods, and landslides due to rising temperatures and monsoon rains affecting Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkwa
11 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 10 sources
Islamabad and Rawalpindi face severe flooding from heavy monsoon rains
Heavy monsoon rains have caused severe flooding in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, forcing school closures and emergency alerts as water levels in Nullah Lai reach dangerous heights.
13 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Punjab monsoon alert: Urban flooding risk in Lahore and five cities
PDMA has issued a monsoon alert for Punjab, Pakistan, warning of heavy rains, urban flooding in major cities like Lahore, and potential landslides in hilly regions through September 5.
17 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan weather forecast: New monsoon spell expected August 27
A new monsoon spell is expected to hit Pakistan starting August 27, bringing thunderstorms to Islamabad and risks of urban flooding and landslides in mountainous and low-lying areas.
23 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
Pakistan monsoon rains cause over 160 deaths and widespread flooding
Monsoon rains in Pakistan have killed over 160 people, causing widespread flooding in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Punjab. Authorities warn of continued risks of flash floods and landslides.
26 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan weather alerts issued for heavy monsoon rains in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Authorities in Pakistan have issued weather alerts for heavy monsoon rains, thunderstorms, and potential flooding across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab provinces through August 21.
26 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 7 sources
Rawalpindi and Islamabad face severe flooding from heavy monsoon rains
Heavy monsoon rains in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have caused severe urban flooding, inundated homes, and triggered a high alert for WASA. One person died in a motorway accident due to the weather.
27 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan authorities mobilize resources for flood relief and monsoon response
Pakistan's federal and provincial governments are mobilizing resources and technology to manage flood relief and monsoon-related risks in several regions, including Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
Pakistan weather forecast: Heavy rain and landslide risks expected
The Pakistan Meteorological Department warns of rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds from August 13 to 15, with risks of urban flooding and landslides in several northern and central regions.
about 1 month ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 10 sources
Pakistan faces rising flood risks and monsoon devastation
Pakistan faces rising flood threats across multiple provinces as monsoon rains cause urban flooding in Lahore and widespread damage to homes and crops, with a rising death toll reported.
about 1 month ago

[HEALTH] 7 sources
Pakistan monsoon death toll climbs to 126, electrocution top cause
Pakistan's monsoon has killed 126 people and injured 404, with electrocution the top cause; Punjab, K‑P, Sindh and Balochistan all report significant casualties.
about 1 month ago

[POLITICS] 6 sources
Pakistan monsoon floods kill 122, displace thousands
Monsoon rains in Pakistan have killed 122, injured 388 and displaced thousands; Khyber Pakhtunkhwa hardest hit, nationwide flood alert issued, and over 120 rescued in Peshawar.
about 2 months ago

[HEALTH] 15 sources
Pakistan monsoon death toll exceeds 100 as heavy rain forecast
Pakistan’s monsoon has killed over 100 people, injured 344, with Khyber Pakhtunkhwa hardest hit; Punjab bans public bathing as more rain is forecast.
about 2 months ago

[HEALTH] 2 sources
Storms in Punjab, Pakistan kill 10 and trigger widespread flooding
Monsoon rains across Punjab, Pakistan killed 10 people, with roof collapses and flooding reported in Lahore, Gujrat and other districts; river levels are rising as more rain is forecast.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 24 sources
Pakistan monsoon floods claim 108 deaths, thousands injured as rivers swell
Pakistan’s monsoon floods have killed at least 108 people, injured 344, damaged 447 homes and killed 269 livestock; rivers Chenab and Ravi expected to swell, with Glof alerts in the north.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Severe Monsoon Downpour Causes Record Flooding in Lahore
Monsoon rains in Lahore produced a record 263 mm downpour, flooding streets and underpasses, causing two deaths, four injuries and prompting a citywide rain emergency.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 7 sources
Pakistan braces for heavy monsoon floods as Sindh and Punjab issue alerts
Pakistan's PDMA issued high‑alert warnings in Sindh as monsoon storms hit 23 districts, while Punjab’s Lahore faced deadly flooding, 21 deaths and rising reservoir levels.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Punjab, Pakistan Monsoon Rains Raise River Levels, Prompt Drainage Operations
Monsoon rains in Punjab, Pakistan have raised river levels, aiding agriculture while authorities, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, fast‑track drainage and monitor flood risks.
about 2 months ago

[HEALTH] 8 sources
Pakistan monsoon rains raise death toll to 65 as Lahore faces second spell
Pakistan's monsoon death toll rose to 65 with eight new deaths in Punjab; Lahore endures a second heavy‑rain spell as authorities alert for flooding through July 24.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 6 sources
Pakistan monsoon rains trigger flood alerts in northern, central zones
NDMA warns of severe monsoon rains July 19‑23 across Pakistan, with flood threats to rivers, urban areas and major cities, while Karachi faces humid, partly cloudy weather and light rain.
about 2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan monsoon rains trigger flood alerts across Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Monsoon rains forecast from 19 July led PDMA Punjab and KPK to issue high alerts for severe weather, urban flooding and landslides, urging residents to stay safe and limit travel.
about 2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Pakistan Meteorological Department warns of heightened flood and landslide risk in northern mountains
Pakistan's PMD warns that near‑normal monsoon rains coupled with above‑average temperatures could boost glacier melt, raising flood, landslide and GLOF risks in Gilgit‑Baltistan and nearby hills.
2 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan forecasts heavy rain and thunderstorms across Islamabad, Rawalpindi and Lahore
Pakistan's weather agency warns of heavy rain and thunderstorms in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore and surrounding districts, urging caution over flood and landslide risks.
2 months ago

[POLITICS] 3 sources
Pakistan Issues Heavy Rain and Flood Alerts Amid Rising Monsoon Threat
Pakistan’s NDMA warned of heavy rain and flash floods from 6‑10 July across northern and central regions, after 17 deaths and over 40 injuries since late June.
3 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 8 sources
Pakistan braces for week-long monsoon rains and flood, glacial lake outburst alerts
Pakistan expects a week‑long monsoon from July 1‑6 with heavy rain, flash floods and GLOF warnings across multiple provinces; pre‑monsoon rains raise glacier‑melt risks, and a cloudburst in Diamer has already m
3 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan Issues Nationwide Alerts as Heavy Rain and Windstorms Raise Flood Risks
Pakistan's meteorological agency warned of heavy rain, windstorms and flash‑flood risk across multiple provinces, urging residents to avoid flooded areas and stay alert to sudden weather hazards.
3 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Lahore faces thunderstorms and rain relief amid early June heatwave
PDMA warned of thunderstorms and hail in Lahore for June 11‑13; subsequent rain eased a heat‑driven dust storm but caused power outages across the city.
3 months ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Pakistan dust storm kills 4, injures 60 in Sindh and Punjab
A severe dust storm hit Pakistan's Sindh and Punjab, killing four (including a child) and injuring 60, toppling roofs, solar panels, power lines and closing the M‑5 highway.
3 months ago

[POLITICS] 6 sources
Pakistan warns of dust‑thunderstorm rain across provinces
Pakistan's meteorological department forecasts dust‑thunderstorm rain across multiple regions from June 2‑5, warning of hail, wind damage and landslide risk, and advising precaution for farmers and travelers.
4 months ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Pakistan issues nationwide storm, hail and flood alert
Pakistan's NDMA warns of thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail and flood risks nationwide for the next 12‑24 hours.

Sources

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