Low-level flooding reported at key Indus River points: PDMA

A PDMA spokesperson said monsoon rains have increased water levels in Punjab’s rivers. However, river flows have remained largely stable over the past 24 hours. According to the authority, the water flow at Tarbela was recorded at 342,000 cusecs, while Kalabagh recorded 309,000 cusecs and Chashma recorded 293,000 cusecs. Low-level flooding was reported at all three locations along the Indus River.

The PDMA said the flood situation in the Chenab River has improved from high-level to medium-level flooding. Medium-level flooding was reported at Marala, Khanki and Qadirabad. Water flows in the Chenab River were recorded at 208,000 cusecs at Marala, 165,000 cusecs at Khanki and 190,000 cusecs at Qadirabad.

Meanwhile, water levels in the Jhelum and Sutlej rivers remained within the normal range. The Ravi River recorded a flow of 83,000 cusecs at Balloki, while water levels at Jassar, Shahdara and Head Sidhani also remained within the normal range.

Also Read: CM Maryam directs authorities to remain alert amid urban flooding

The PDMA also reported medium-level flooding in Nullah Basantar in Narowal. Low-level flooding was recorded at Nullah One near the Ara Cantt Bridge, while medium-level flooding was reported at Nullah One in Wazirabad.

PDMA Director General Umar Abbas Mela said rainfall has stopped in the upper catchment areas of the Chenab River, helping stabilise water flows over the past 24 hours. The authority said it is continuously monitoring the river situation and urged people living in vulnerable areas to remain alert and follow official advisories as the monsoon season continues.