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LAHORE, Jul 13 (APP):Punjab Health Minister and Chairman Cabinet Committee on Disaster Management Khawaja Salman Rafique has said that, on the special directives of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, all relevant departments including the administration, WASA, and rescue agencies have been placed on high alert in view of ongoing and expected monsoon rains across the province.
The minister made these remarks during his visit to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Head Office on Sunday, where he reviewed the current weather situation and monsoon preparedness. Director South PDMA, Hameed Ullah Malik, briefed the minister on the latest developments related to rainfall and emergency response plans.
The minister stated that Rescue 1122 has been instructed to finalize all precautionary arrangements in advance. He added that PDMA Punjab has already issued alerts to the administrations across all districts to remain vigilant.
“The PDMA Control Room and Provincial Emergency Operation Centers are fully activated and monitoring the situation round the clock,” he said. “All available resources will be utilized to ensure the safety of citizens.”
He further directed that WASA and related agencies remain active to ensure timely drainage, especially in low-lying areas prone to water accumulation. Citizens were advised to follow safety guidelines issued by PDMA to avoid any untoward incidents.
Additionally, the administration has imposed Section 144 along rivers, canals, and streams to prevent public movement in hazardous areas during heavy rainfall.