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LAHORE, Jul 09 (APP):Commissioner Lahore Division Zaid-bin-Maqsood has issued urgent directives to the district administration, WASA, and other municipal departments in response to continued rainfall across the city.
He emphasized the need for full preparedness to manage water drainage, cleanliness, and public safety amid the ongoing weather conditions.
The Commissioner directed that emergency drainage camps be activated at all major stormwater points throughout the city. He instructed WASA to ensure all machinery is operational and that backup systems at disposal stations remain fully functional. “Every disposal station must operate at full capacity, and emergency teams should be ready to respond in case of further heavy rain,” he stressed.
The Commissioner further instructed LWMC teams to begin immediate post-rain cleanliness operations and called for special teams from WASA, LDA, MCL, and CBD to stay mobilized in their respective areas. He also ordered that underpasses be closely monitored and equipped with drainage machinery to prevent water accumulation.
Reporting ongoing rainfall in several parts of the city, he noted that Iqbal Town, Sabzazar, Dhillonwal, and adjoining areas were experiencing moderate to heavy showers. Rain levels are being recorded in real-time at key stormwater drainage points across Lahore.
Directing all Assistant Commissioners (ACs) in the division, the Commissioner ordered that municipal staff be kept fully active to address ponding issues promptly. ACs were instructed to personally monitor water drainage in their tehsils and ensure swift response wherever needed.
The Commissioner also directed the city’s traffic police to maintain smooth traffic flow during the rain and provide alternative routes for citizens where necessary. He appealed to residents to stay away from electric poles and report any emergency situations to the relevant departments.
Zaid-bin-Maqsood reiterated that coordinated, timely action by all departments is essential to ensure the safety and convenience of the public during the ongoing rainfall across Lahore.