Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Rains batter Pakistan: 37 killed, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan among worst affected
Heavy rains have been causing a lot of trouble in Pakistan.
So far, 37 people have died because of flash floods and landslides in places like Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Punjab, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
The rains started on July 19 and are expected to continue in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa until July 23.
The President of Pakistan has asked everyone to work together to help people and prepare for more rain.
The water in the Chenab River is rising, and there have been floods in some areas.
People are worried about more damage and loss of life.
At least 37 people have died in rain-related incidents across Pakistan.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan are among the worst affected regions.
Flash floods and landslides have damaged crops, houses, and roads.
President Asif Ali Zardari has directed authorities to intensify rescue and relief measures.
Water levels in the Chenab River are rising, with a moderate flood recorded at Marala Headworks.
- Who
- Residents of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Punjab, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir
- What
- Flash floods and landslides due to heavy rains
- When
- Starting from July 19, expected to continue in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa till July 23
- Where
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Punjab, and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir
- Why
- Ongoing monsoon season causing heavy rains and subsequent flash floods and landslides
Government Response
Citizen Concerns
Preparedness and Relief Measures
Government Response
The government has intensified coordinated preparedness, rescue, and relief measures, with President Asif Ali Zardari directing authorities to maintain close coordination and ensure timely dissemination of early warnings.
Citizen Concerns
Citizens are concerned about the effectiveness of these measures and the potential for further damage and loss of life.
- Death Toll
- 37
- Affected Regions
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, Punjab, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir
- Start Date of Rains
- July 19
- Expected End Date of Rains in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- July 23
- Latest Fatalities
- North Waziristan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Worst Hit Region in Punjab
- Gujranwala
- Water Levels in Chenab River
- Rising, moderate flood recorded at Marala Headworks