The Punjab Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) issued a latest advisory according to which the Chenab River will experience very high levels to exceptional floods in the coming 48 hours. The rainfall of heavy to extremely heavy intensity observed by the radar of the Pakistan Meteorological Department in Sialkot shows that the higher catchments of the Chenab and related streams of the Ravi are on the verge of overflow.
There is a warning that major barrages such as the Marala, Khanki and Qadirabad could experience severe flooding in September 3rd to 4th, 2025. In order to reduce risk and protect life, the divisional and district administrations have received orders to staff emergency centers around the clock, turn on early-warning systems, and collaborate with rescue teams. Heavy machinery will be placed at the points of choke and deal with possible violations and embankments and flood protection facilities are being checked now.
Moreover, local governments have been ordered to establish relief camps including medical services, stock food and drinking water, and get evacuation vehicles ready in high-risk locations. They are also arranging livestock relocation and veterinary services to flood prone areas.
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The PDMA has also put greater focus on timely communication using social and electronic media to ensure that residents are kept updated on safety and evacuation plans. Frequent situation reports are being prepared to respond quickly and over the long term toward flood improvement. The Chenab River has been the focus of this alert, and the government is on high alert to ensure that there are no casualties and damage to properties.
