More Rains Forecast in Punjab

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has warned of more rainfall across Punjab in the coming days, as relief and survey teams remain engaged in assessing the scale of destruction caused by the recent floods. The warning has triggered concerns among already-affected communities, where thousands of families are struggling to rebuild their lives.

PDMA’s Latest Warning

According to PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia, the department has closely monitored the weather forecast and issued alerts to district administrations across Punjab. He noted that emergency response teams are on standby to deal with any potential worsening of the situation.

“More rainfall is expected in several districts of Punjab, and authorities have been instructed to remain fully vigilant,” Kathia said on Saturday. He added that local administrations must coordinate closely with disaster management units to ensure timely evacuation and relief support in case of flooding.

Flood Damage Surveys Underway

Teams from PDMA, along with district administrations, are currently conducting surveys in flood-affected regions. These surveys are critical for:

Identifying the number of affected households
Estimating losses to crops and livestock
Assessing damage to infrastructure, including roads and bridges
Determining the need for immediate financial and material support

DG Kathia explained that the data collected will provide the provincial government with accurate information to design relief packages and rehabilitation measures. “We are committed to ensuring that every affected family receives assistance,” he assured.

Impact of the Recent Floods

The recent spell of heavy monsoon rains caused severe flooding in multiple districts, particularly in southern and central Punjab. Rivers and canals overflowed, while low-lying rural settlements bore the brunt of rising waters.

Initial reports indicate:

Thousands of acres of agricultural land submerged.
Significant crop losses in cotton, sugarcane, and rice-growing areas.
Hundreds of families displaced, with many forced to take shelter in temporary relief camps.
Damage to road networks, hampering access to remote villages.

For many farming families, the losses are devastating as they had already been grappling with rising input costs and unstable market prices.

Precautionary Measures

With fresh rains forecast, the PDMA has urged citizens to take safety measures seriously. Instructions have been issued to:

Avoid unnecessary travel in flood-prone and low-lying areas.
Relocate livestock to safer grounds.
Store food and clean drinking water in advance.
Stay in touch with local authorities for evacuation alerts.

Emergency helplines have also been activated to ensure quick communication between the public and relief agencies.

Government Response

The Punjab government has directed all departments to stay in close coordination with PDMA. Relief supplies, including food rations, tents, medicines, and clean drinking water, are being pre-positioned in sensitive districts.

Officials say that once the survey reports are compiled, compensation packages for affected families will be finalized. The provincial leadership has also pledged to seek federal support for rehabilitation in the worst-hit districts.

Quick Overview in Table

Key Point	Details
Weather Forecast	More rainfall expected across Punjab in coming days
Authority Alert	PDMA issues warning; local administrations on high alert
Surveys	Damage assessments underway for homes, crops, livestock
Impact So Far	Thousands displaced, crops destroyed, infrastructure damaged
Precautionary Measures	Citizens advised to relocate livestock, avoid flood zones, store essentials
Relief Efforts	Camps set up, supplies pre-positioned, helplines active

Conclusion

Punjab continues to grapple with the twin challenges of managing ongoing flood risks while recovering from recent devastation. The PDMA’s warning of more rains highlights the urgent need for precautionary action and robust disaster management planning. For families already impacted, the coming days will be crucial, as the government works to balance immediate relief with long-term rehabilitation.