Pakistan Floods 2025 Live Updates Death Toll Tops 800

LIVE UPDATES – Pakistan Floods 2025

Floods at Peak in Sindh, Punjab, and KP Continue to Struggle

Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has warned that 8–11 lakh cusecs of floodwater may enter the province, calling it a “super flood” if levels cross 9 lakh cusecs at Guddu and Sukkur barrages. He urged residents of katcha areas to evacuate, adding that 192 boats are ready for rescue operations.

At Guddu Barrage, the water level has begun to drop slightly, with inflows recorded at 581,086 cusecs and outflow at 553,559 cusecs. However, Sukkur Barrage remains at peak, receiving 571,800 cusecs. Downstream at Kotri, officials report a “low flood” but remain on high alert.

Punjab: Over 4.4 Million Affected

The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) has confirmed that floods have hit 4,489 villages across Punjab, impacting over 4.4 million people.

2.45 million people have been shifted to safer areas.

396 relief camps, 490 medical camps, and 405 veterinary centers are active.

At least 33 deaths have been reported, with 2 million people displaced.

Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz has visited Jhang and relief camps, promising full government support. She also launched “Clinics on Boats” to provide healthcare for women and children stranded in flooded areas.

National Death Toll Crosses 800

The NDMA reports that since late June, over 800 people have died nationwide. Punjab, Sindh, KP, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan are all heavily affected.

Karachi recorded 163 mm of rain, causing urban flooding and at least 52 deaths.

In KP’s Buner district, more than 200 lives have been lost.

Glacial lake outbursts in Gilgit-Baltistan have killed 50 people and displaced thousands.

Over 7,200 homes have been damaged, crops worth billions destroyed, and thousands of kilometers of roads and bridges washed away.

India Releases More Water into Pakistan Rivers

India has once again released large volumes of water into the Sutlej and Chenab rivers, intensifying flood threats. Pakistani officials have accused India of violating the Indus Waters Treaty by not providing advance notice.

A fresh wave of 250,000–300,000 cusecs from India’s Pong and Bakhra dams is expected to reach Pakistan within 48 hours.

Relief Efforts

Pakistan Army continues rescue missions in Jhang, Chiniot, and other flood-hit areas, evacuating families by boats.

UN Secretary-General has expressed grief over the loss of 400 lives and announced an additional $5 million aid package, urging global donors to step up.

The government has approved Rs1 billion for rehabilitation.

The Power Division says electricity has been restored for 1.44 million out of 1.73 million affected consumers.

Humanitarian Crisis

Flood victims in relief camps are struggling with shortages of food, medicines, and sanitation facilities. Pregnant women and children remain the most vulnerable, with NGOs reporting rising cases of infections and psychological trauma.

One flood-affected mother in Wazirabad lost her newborn triplets after being unable to reach a hospital due to submerged roads.

In Lahore’s relief camps, women have voiced desperate pleas for sanitary supplies and medicines. “We escaped death, but this misery is no less than death,” said Jameela, a displaced flood victim.

Economic Impact

Experts warn that the economic loss could exceed $50 billion, surpassing even the devastating 2022 floods. Crops, livestock, and supply chains have been destroyed, pushing food prices higher, especially for vegetables in Punjab.

The government has declared a “Climate and Agriculture Emergency”, with PM Shehbaz Sharif urging provinces to step up rehabilitation plans.

Outlook

PDMA warns of an “exceptionally high flood” in the Chenab River within 36 hours after India opens the gates of the Salal Dam.

The government has set up 24/7 emergency monitoring cells at barrages.

Forecasters say the monsoon is now weakening, with no major new rainfall expected in Punjab next week, but flood levels will remain dangerously high for days.

Authorities urge people in flood-prone areas to evacuate immediately and cooperate with rescue teams. Relief camps and medical facilities are being expanded, but access remains difficult due to broken roads and bridges.