Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has issued special guidelines for the flood situation in the Ghizer of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) area, caused by an overflow flooding in the glacial lake while hundreds of damaged forcing families have been damaged, Radio Pakistan said on Saturday.
The sudden floods struck the Roshan valley in the Ghizer of GB district on Friday after a glacier’s radiance, damaging hundreds of houses and forcing hundreds of families to flee, officials said.
In an official statement, the Prime Minister asked the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the District Administration to continue the rescue operations with urgency. He expressed his appreciation for rescue teams and local volunteers, recognizing their quick efforts to evacuate residents to safer places.
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“I congratulate the dedication and rapid response of all the rescue teams and local volunteers who worked tirelessly to protect lives in the face of this disaster,” said Prime Minister Shehbaz.
With two other rain forecast spells in the coming days, the Prime Minister has stressed the need to intensify rescue activities. “We must make sure that all affected people are moved to safe places to avoid other victims,” he added.
He also directed all the relevant authorities of the country to remain fully prepared for rescue operations, in particular in low zones subject to floods, because forecasts predict additional additional rains.
Stressing the importance of long -term preventive measures, the MREMIER has announced the launch of a national campaign aimed at preventing unauthorized construction near rivers, rivers and natural rivers. “It is imperative to protect our communities while respecting natural sailors and limiting construction in vulnerable areas,” he said.
Addressing the humanitarian aspect of the crisis, the Prime Minister stressed that it was a national duty to support people affected by recent rains and floods. “Once the immediate rescue and rescue operations, we will focus on the rehabilitation of displaced families,” he said.
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He also underlined the need for a timely supply of medical aid and victim help. “Ensure that medical aid and essential supplies reach all those who need it without delay remain an absolute priority,” he noted.
In addition, the Prime Minister asked the NDMA to maintain close coordination with the provincial disaster management authorities concerning flooding conditions in areas such as Guddu, Sukkur, Ganda Singh Wala and other regions along the Indus and Sutlej rivers.
In a gesture of recognition, Prime Minister Shehbaz praised Wasiyat Khan, a resident of Ghizer, for his courageous act of warning of neighbors before the imminent floods, which helped save lives. “His bravery by alerting his community illustrates the spirit of resilience and solidarity that we need in these difficult times,” said the Prime Minister.
Ghizer, about 200 km from GB, was one of the most affected valleys of recent floods, with at least 10 reported deaths.
A 7 km (4 mile) lake in northern Pakistan, created by a mountain mud flow, threatens to burst and trigger potentially “catastrophic” floods downstream, warned officials on Saturday.
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The mud flow came into the main channel of Ghizer River and blocked it completely on Friday, creating the lake in the province of GB, said the National Disaster Management Authority.
The blocking has created a “dam structure” which represents a significant threat of burst, he said in a situation report from his provincial office.
The new lake “can cause a catastrophic flood,” said Zakir Hussain, Managing Director of the Province for Disaster Management.
Four downstream districts – Ghizer, Gilgit, Astore and Diamer – face a serious threat, he told Reuters.
