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On Sunday, PDMA Punjab Disaster Management Authority issued a warning of urban flooding as monsoon rain starts on July 1. This flood is expected in parts of the province next month. The rain is expected to downpour more than 35 per cent.
This is the crucial thing for a nation which is already vulnerable to the effects of climate change as in 2022, heavy monsoon rains and melting glaciers caused heavy flooding in Pakistan. It caused various destructions, damaged the crops and infrastructure and killed at least 1,700 people.
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“Heavy rains with thundershowers are expected in Upper Punjab, Central Punjab and South Punjab,” the PDMA said in a statement
“Monsoon rains in July threaten urban flooding and hill torrents in South Punjab,” he added
To ensure safety measurements, PDMA called on the district administration
“Complete cleaning of rivers and drainage arrangements should be made as soon as possible,” the statement said. “Protection of life and property of citizens is the priority and there is no room for negligence or irresponsibility.”
