National Disaster Management Authority has informed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif that the foreign tourists in the flash flood-hit Astore areas are safe and away from the affected area. The prime minister had directed the NDMA to ensure the safety of the tourists and protect the locals from any troublesome situation. In a report submitted to the Prime Minister, the NDMA informed that the Authority took immediate action to protect the foreign tourists in the flood-affected area. It was told that two Italian and an Argentinian tourist were on safe and at a distant location from the affected area. Besides, the work was underway to ensure the swift restoration of Feena Bridge.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan