The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has released initial details highlighting the devastating impact of early pre-monsoon torrential rains in northern Pakistan. According to the latest reports, 11 people have died in Swat alone, including four men, three women, and four children. Six others have been injured and are receiving medical care while families continue to search for missing loved ones swept away by sudden flash floods.
Local authorities confirmed that heavy downpours caused the Swat River to overflow, triggering flash floods that washed away homes and picnicking families. This comes as multiple regions in Punjab and Sindh also reported severe flooding incidents, pushing the nationwide rain-related death toll to at least 18 in the last 24 hours. Many of the victims were caught unaware while enjoying family gatherings near rivers and streams during what was expected to be a mild pre-monsoon spell.
The PDMA’s report further states that 56 houses have been affected by torrential rains so far in Swat district alone, with six homes completely destroyed and 50 partially damaged by gushing waters and landslides. In response, the disaster authority has dispatched 136 relief trucks stocked with essential supplies including tents, blankets, kitchen items, and medical aid. A relief fund worth PKR 450 million has also been allocated for families who have lost their homes or loved ones.
Officials have issued warnings for districts such as Nowshera and Charsadda, urging local administrations to remain vigilant as the risk of further flooding remains high due to continuous torrential rains and melting glacier flows. Road users across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and Sindh are being advised to check weather and traffic updates before travelling as blocked roads, landslides, and damaged bridges could cause major delays or pose life-threatening risks.
Public safety guidelines recommend people avoid riverbanks, streams, and low-lying areas during heavy torrential rains. The early arrival of monsoon weather patterns has forced traffic authorities and local administrations to monitor bridges and key highways more strictly to prevent casualties and road accidents.
Pakistan’s monsoon season generally runs from July to September, but this year’s rains have arrived ahead of schedule, putting extra pressure on communities still recovering from last year’s floods. As relief operations continue, residents are urged to stay connected with PDMA updates and district-level advisories for safe travel and emergency support.
With early monsoon torrential rains likely to intensify in the coming weeks, local commuters and tourists visiting scenic areas like Swat and Kaghan are advised to plan trips with caution, stay updated on road closures, and avoid unnecessary travel to flood-prone areas.
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