Death Toll Rises After Pakistan Hit by Flash Floods and Heavy Rains
June 28, 2025
Death Toll Rises After Pakistan Hit by Flash Floods and Heavy Rains
Islamabad, Pakistan – June 28, 2025 — The death toll continues to climb in Pakistan as torrential rains and flash floods devastate large parts of the country, triggering landslides, destroying homes, and displacing thousands.
Officials report that at least 95 people have lost their lives in various rain-related incidents since the start of the monsoon season earlier this month. The worst-affected provinces include Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and parts of Balochistan, where overflowing rivers and saturated soil have made rescue efforts increasingly difficult.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) has issued fresh warnings for continued rainfall over the weekend, especially in mountainous areas. These conditions have already led to the collapse of several bridges, disruption of road networks, and destruction of crops, raising fears of food insecurity and economic losses in rural communities.
Severe Impact on Northern Pakistan
In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, heavy downpours have triggered landslides that buried homes and blocked access to key towns. In the district of Shangla, at least 17 people were confirmed dead after a massive mudslide engulfed several houses. Local residents say they received no early warning before the landslide struck in the early hours of the morning.
“The water came so quickly we didn’t have time to run,” said Ghulam Raza, a survivor whose home was swept away. “We’ve lost everything.”
Rescue teams, including the Pakistan Army and local disaster management authorities, are working around the clock to search for survivors trapped under debris. However, operations have been hampered by ongoing rains and poor visibility in mountainous terrain.
Urban Flooding in Major Cities
In urban centres such as Lahore and Karachi, the rainfall has caused severe waterlogging, power outages, and traffic chaos. Social media footage shows cars submerged in floodwaters and residents wading through waist-deep water to reach safety.
Karachi’s outdated drainage system failed once again to cope with the intense rainfall, leading to renewed calls for government investment in infrastructure. “Every year, we go through this,” said Sana Ahmed, a Karachi resident. “It’s no longer a natural disaster – it’s a failure to plan.”
Hospitals in flood-hit areas are also under pressure, treating victims of waterborne diseases and injuries
