Punjab PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia has said that floods in Punjab have claimed the lives of at least 20 people, mostly in drowning-related incidents. Addressing the media, Kathia said that“ Most of the deaths occurred due to drowning and were reported mostly in Gujranwala division,“ adding that no loss of life was reported due to any negligence in rescue services. 

He announced that the Punjab government will give one million to each victim’s family as compensation. Noting the magnitude of the situation, Kathia said that we made every possible effort to rescue people, whether via helicopters or boats. Many parts of Punjab are set to receive rain today, particularly the northeastern belt of the province, says PDMA Director General Irfan Ali Kathia.

While speaking to the media, Kathia said, “There is heavy to very heavy rainfall expected in Gujarat, Gujranwala, Lahore,” warning that urban flooding is likely to happen. District administrations have been directed to make arrangements accordingly, he said.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)