ISLAMABAD, Aug 12 (APP): The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) on Monday issued it Hydrological Outlook of rivers and water reservoirs citing low to medium level floods in vulnerable districts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Punjab province.
According to Hydrological outlook of rivers and water reservoirs, low Level flows were expected in catchment of Mangla Dam (Azad Jammu & Kashmir Rivers). Low to Medium level flows expected in River Chenab at Marala, Khanki and Qadirabad along with Nullah’s and Streams of Pir Panjal Range (Northeastern Punjab) Medium Level expected in River Kabul and its tributaries (Attock Khairabad, Nowshera, Adezai Bridge).
Medium Level flows are expected in River Indus at Kalabagh and Chashma along with Taunsa and Guddu Barrages. Low to Medium Flows are expected in Hill torrents of DG Khan division as well as Zhob, Sibi and Kalat divisions, a news release said.
As a result of above, Flash flooding is expected in Upper KP divisions, Nullahs of Ravi and Chenab Catchments as well as Nullahs of Zhob, Sibbi, Nasirabad and Kalat divisions. Settlements under the flood plains of Chashma-Taunsa and Taunsa-Guddu reach may be affected.
The public is advised to stay informed by keeping track of weather updates and alerts.NDMA has launched the Pak NDMA Disaster Alert application, available on Google Play Store and iOS App Store, to provide timely alerts, advisories, and guidelines to the public.
“Do not attempt to walk, swim, or drive through flooded waters. Use alternative routes to avoid areas prone to flooding. Do not walk, swim, or drive through flood waters. Remember, just six inches of moving water can knock you down, and one foot can sweep your vehicle away. Stay off bridges over fast-moving water. Evacuate from the exposed areas if told to do so by the authorities. Residents of these areas are advised to remain vigilant and follow guidance from local authorities,” the NDMA said.
NDMA has issued instructions to all relevant departments to take necessary precautions to mitigate the possible effects of flooding and extreme weather.