Catastrophic Floods Devastate Northwest Pakistan
Severe flooding in northwest Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has resulted in over 220 deaths, with additional fatalities anticipated as rainfall continues. The floods, exacerbated by climate change, have destroyed homes and infrastructure. Ongoing rescue efforts face challenges as bodies are recovered amidst harsh weather conditions.
Severe flooding has swept through northwest Pakistan, killing at least 220 people in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, officials reported on Saturday. Rescue operations continue as emergency services seek survivors amidst homes reduced to rubble by flash floods and landslides.
Witnesses recount the harrowing ordeal, including reports of floodwaters carrying debris and boulders through the affected areas. The district of Buner is among the hardest hit, with rescue personnel tirelessly searching for the missing in devastated villages such as Pir Baba and Malik Pura.
Pakistan's Meteorological Department warns of further intense rainfall, attributing the abnormal monsoon activity to climate change. As communities grapple with loss, efforts are underway to mend damaged infrastructure, while officials urge caution for those traveling in the vulnerable northern regions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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