LAHORE: Heavy rains in Punjab have resulted in at least nine deaths and 92 injuries across the province in the past 24 hours, as reported by Rescue 1122. Rain-related incidents occurred in multiple districts, overwhelming emergency services and raising fresh concerns about urban preparedness and infrastructure.
In Bahawalnagar, three minors lost their lives and 17 others were injured in separate incidents. Similarly, Okara reported the deaths of two teenagers, including a girl, and 12 people sustained injuries.
In the provincial capital, Lahore, three more deaths were reported, along with eight injuries due to collapsing structures and electrocution hazards caused by persistent rainfall.
The rain-related casualties extended to other districts as well. In Bhakkar, one man died and three others were hurt. Faisalabad and Muzaffargarh each reported two injured, while Toba Tek Singh saw four injuries. Other affected areas include Kasur (3 injured), Dera Ghazi Khan (2), Rajanpur, Sialkot, and Mianwali with one injury each.
Lahore Sees Urban Flooding, Power Disruptions
The weather in Lahore turned pleasant on the surface, but the city experienced moderate to heavy rain throughout Tuesday. Lakshmi Chowk recorded the highest rainfall at 31mm, while Samanabad, Qartaba Chowk, and Farrukhabad received between 16mm to 19mm. Other areas like Iqbal Town, Mughalpura, and Chowk Nakhuda reported rainfall between 10mm and 15mm.
These intermittent rain showers caused urban flooding, especially in low-lying areas and underpasses. Water and Sanitation Authority (WASA) teams were deployed with machinery to pump out stagnant rainwater, working throughout the day to ensure smooth traffic flow and pedestrian safety.
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Despite the city’s preparedness, power outages were reported due to feeder trips across multiple areas, according to the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO). This added further hardship to residents already grappling with rainwater accumulation and traffic congestion.
The Lahore district administration, under Deputy Commissioner Syed Musa Raza, implemented emergency protocols. Assistant commissioners and field staff equipped with essential tools were deployed across the city. Raza directed immediate clearing of all low-lying and waterlogged areas to minimize risk to life and property.
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PDMA Issues Warning for More Rain and Flooding
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has forecast continued heavy rains in Punjab, especially in the upper catchment areas of rivers and key urban centers. The authority has alerted district emergency operation centers and issued advisories for citizens.
Monsoon rains continue across Pakistan, with very heavy downpours in northeastern Punjab pic.twitter.com/fJoi67kmGH
— Pak Met Department محکمہ موسمیات (@pmdgov) July 16, 2025
Cities at risk include Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Multan, Sahiwal, Jhelum, Murree, Mianwali, Sialkot, and several others. The PDMA warns of potential flooding in rivers and canals, especially in low-lying regions. The authority also cautioned about landslides in hilly areas like Murree and Galiyat, urging tourists to avoid unnecessary travel.
DG Irfan Ali Kathia of PDMA instructed all relevant departments to keep staff and machinery on high alert. He emphasized that WASA and municipal bodies must not allow water to stagnate in populated zones, particularly areas vulnerable to flash floods.
The PDMA also warned that mud and dilapidated houses are at risk of collapse during these storms. Residents were urged to take preventive measures, avoid going near electricity poles and loose wires, and stay indoors unless travel is absolutely necessary.
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