Pakistan Weather Update: New Monsoon System Brings Rain Warnings as Canal Breach Floods Punjab Village
PESHAWAR – The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) issued a crucial Pakistan weather update today. A new rain-bearing weather system has entered the country. This system brings fresh forecasts of precipitation across various regions. A weak monsoon system also continues to persist across Punjab. Meteorologists expect these new western disturbances to trigger scattered downpours. This will […]
Monsoon Fury in KP: Flash Floods, Lightning Strikes Kill Three, Injure 37
PESHAWAR: A destructive wave of torrential rains, flash floods, lightning strikes, and severe windstorms over the past 24 hours has left at least three people dead and 37 others injured across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). According to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), the deceased include two children and a woman, while the storm caused varying […]
Govt Finalizes Strategy to Combat Monsoon Flood Risks
ISLAMABAD—The federal government has finalized a robust strategic framework to mitigate the impact of potential floods during the 2026 monsoon season. Following the direct instructions of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Climate Change developed this plan to safeguard human lives and prevent further economic devastation across the country. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods cause massive livestock […]
Women’s mental health in Pakistan and Afghanistan: disasters leave invisible scars across borders
Women’s mental health in Pakistan, Afghanistan: disasters leave invisible scars across borders
Women Face Severe Hardships During Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Floods
PESHAWAR – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is experiencing one of the most devastating flood crises in recent years, displacing thousands of families and disrupting daily life. Among the worst hit are women in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods, who face unique struggles that often go unnoticed in disaster response efforts. In rural communities, women carry the main responsibility for […]
Peshawar Zalmi Vs Legends Xi to Raise Funds For Flood Victims
Peshawar is set to host a historic charity cricket match as Peshawar Zalmi takes on Legends XI at Imran Khan Cricket Stadium on 30 August. The much-anticipated clash, titled Peshawar Zalmi vs Legends XI, aims to raise funds for flood-affected communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The match will begin at 1:00 pm, marking the return of […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods cause massive livestock losses worth Rs1.57bn
Peshawar – The recent floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa have caused catastrophic damage to the province’s livestock sector, with official estimates placing losses at more than Rs1.57 billion. A preliminary report issued by the provincial Livestock Department confirms that thousands of cattle, poultry, and shelters were destroyed, leaving farmers struggling to recover. Also Read: Floods Inflict […]
Floods Inflict Over Rs102.64bn Damage to Irrigation Infrastructure in KP
PESHAWAR – The recent wave of floods triggered by heavy rains and cloud bursts has caused unprecedented destruction to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s irrigation system, inflicting damages worth Rs102.64 billion, according to a detailed report released by the provincial Irrigation Department. The report highlights that Charsadda was the hardest-hit district, suffering irrigation losses of Rs1.71 billion. Floodwaters […]
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Engages Psychologists to Aid Flood Victims’ Mental Health
PESHAWAR – In the wake of devastating cloudbursts and heavy rains that triggered floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s norther districts, the provincial government has announced to deploy mental health experts to assist victims suffering from psychological trauma. Advisor to the Health Department, Ahtisham Ali, while addressing a press conference in Peshawar alongside Health Secretary Shahidullah and […]
When the Rains Come for Harvest: Pakistan Crop Destruction and Climate’s Toll
When the Rains Come for Harvest: Pakistan Crop Destruction and Climate’s Toll