The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) on Tuesday released its report detailing human and property losses caused by ongoing rains that began on March 25 across various districts of the province.According to the report, 21 people have lost their lives and 40 others have been injured over the past four days due to incidents such as collapsing roofs and walls.

Since March 25, the total death toll has risen to 47 with 117 people injured.Among the deceased, 27 were children, 13 were men and 7 were women. The injured include 45 men, 21 women and 51 children, highlighting the severe impact on vulnerable populations.The rains have also caused significant property damage. A total of 652 houses have been affected, including 554 partially damaged homes and 98 completely destroyed structures.

The affected districts include Bannu, Abbottabad, Mardan, Bajaur, Hangu, Mohmand, Kohat, North Waziristan, Peshawar, Khyber, Nowshera, Dera Ismail Khan, Kurram, Lakki Marwat, Shangla, Battagram, Lower Kohistan, Mansehra, Torghar, Swat, Upper Dir, Charsadda, Buner, Malakand, Lower Dir, Orakzai, South Waziristan and Tank.PDMA, along with Rescue 1122, district administrations and other relevant departments is actively engaged in relief operations.

Relief goods have been dispatched to affected areas and local administrations have been directed to ensure timely assistance to victims. Authorities have also instructed district officials to accelerate rescue and relief efforts and provide immediate support to those affected.The PDMA has warned that a new spell of rain is expected from April 6 to April 9, raising concerns of further damage.

There is also a risk of low to medium-level flooding in the Kabul River at Nowshera, along with potential surges in associated streams and tributaries.The public has been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from vulnerable tourist locations, and strictly follow official alerts and advisories. The PDMA Emergency Operations Center remains fully operational. Citizens can report emergencies or seek weather updates by calling the toll-free helpline 1700.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)