Islambad( The COW News Digital)Punjab is facing one of the most severe flood crises in decades, with Kasur and Multan under grave threat as powerful surges of water continue to inundate southern Punjab. The calamity has forced the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people, while neighboring Balochistan is also under flood risk.
According to Express News, heavy water inflows from India have dangerously raised levels in the Sutlej and Ravi rivers. The Flood Forecasting Division Lahore confirmed that although water pressure at Ganda Singh Wala has slightly decreased, flows remain above 303,000 cusecs, putting Kasur and surrounding areas under severe stress.
Authorities revealed that Kasur is witnessing its largest flood surge since 1955, making the city’s defense an extraordinary challenge. PDMA Punjab Director General Irfan Ali Kathia stated that a dam breach in India caused the massive flood wave heading toward Kasur, resulting in widespread destruction.
While Lahore remains safe for now, experts have warned that rising waters in the Ravi could pose grave threats to Sahiwal, Okara, and Toba Tek Singh within the next 48 hours. PDMA reported that 28 people have lost their lives across Punjab, but timely rescue operations prevented further tragedy.
In southern Punjab, Multan is on high alert as the Chenab River is expected to hit the city limits by this evening. Officials have already evacuated more than 300,000 people to safer locations. To protect urban populations, authorities are preparing to create a controlled breach at Head Muhammad Wala to reduce water pressure.
However, residents have voiced frustration over a shortage of boats and inadequate arrangements for livestock evacuation. In Jalalpur Pirwala, nearly 140 villages have been impacted as 50,000 cusecs of water surged through the Sutlej.
Meanwhile, Muzaffargarh and surrounding areas are also under severe strain as floodwaters continue to spread. Authorities fear that if the situation worsens, protective embankments may have to be sacrificed to shield larger populations.
The escalating crisis highlights both the intensity of India’s water releases and the urgent need for comprehensive flood management measures across Pakistan. As Punjab and Balochistan brace for the days ahead, rescue teams remain on high alert, urging people in vulnerable areas to evacuate immediately.
