All leaves for the 1122 rescue of the staff in Rawalpindi were canceled as part of the emergency preparations for the spell of monsoon expected from August 5. Pre-depolorships at key district are also completed.
The provincial Punjab Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) warned that the sixth rainy fate of monsoon should begin on August 5, which raises concerns about potential floods in the province.
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In an information sheet published on the instructions of chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, the PDMA confirmed that the precipitation has been recorded in several districts in the last 24 hours, notably Rawalpindi, Bahawalnagar, Murrier, Chakwal, Sahiwal, Narowal, Okara, Attock and Lahore. Additional rains are expected in most districts within 24 hours.
Emergency equipment, including ambulances, fire vehicles, water rescue teams and boats, were placed in a fully operational state.
Community emergency intervention teams have been activated to help early evacuations, first aid and awareness in sensitive areas.
The District 24/7 emergency control room is now active for real -time monitoring of weather conditions, nulllah lai water level and other potential dangers. Coordination with the relevant services has been reinforced.
The PDMA reported that 162 people died and 571 others were injured in monsoon -related incidents in the province this year. In total, 214 houses were affected and 121 livestock animals perished.
Citizens were advised to avoid drains and food posts during precipitation and keep the sewers on the light roof. In an emergency, they are invited to call 1122.
