PDMA Flood Report KP: 12 Dead, 18 Hurt in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Floods

KP – (Staff Reporter/Web Desk) – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa floods July 2026 have turned deadly, with at least 12 people losing their lives in just two days. Another 18 people were hurt as heavy rain and sudden flash floods swept through several districts. The news comes from the Provincial Disaster Management Authority, which shared fresh updates on Tuesday.

According to the PDMA flood report KP, the damage was not limited to human lives alone. Eighteen houses were hit by the floods. Out of these, fifteen homes suffered partial damage, while three were completely flattened by the force of the water.

The worst-hit areas include Peshawar, Nowshera, Khyber, Mardan, and Buner. Reports of damage and disruption also came in from Bajaur, Chitral, Lower Dir, the Hazara Division, Kurram, and North Waziristan. Local officials say the situation remains tense as more rain is expected in the coming days.

Following these losses, the PDMA has told district administrations in all affected areas to act quickly. Relief supplies, including food, shelter items, and medical aid, are being sent to families who lost their homes or were injured in the floods.

A Bigger Warning for the Whole Country

While Khyber Pakhtunkhwa deals with its own losses, the National Disaster Management Authority has issued a much wider alert. This warning covers the period from July 21 to July 24 and applies to several parts of Pakistan, not just one province.

The NDMA is warning people about flash floods, flooding in cities, landslides, and rising water levels in major rivers. Areas at risk include Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, and parts of northeastern Balochistan.

In Gilgit-Baltistan, rivers like the Hunza, Shimshal, and Shyok could see dangerous flash floods. Meanwhile, in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, water levels in the Jhelum, Neelum, and Poonch rivers are expected to rise sharply.

Back in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Chitral, Kabul, Swat, and Panjkora rivers are all under watch. Smaller streams in Khyber, Kurram, Bannu, Karak, and Waziristan are also considered risky right now.

Punjab and Cities on Alert Too

Punjab is not being left out of this warning either. Hill torrents near Dera Ghazi Khan, along with the Soan River, may see heavy water flow. Several cities, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Gujranwala, and Sargodha, are at risk of urban flooding if the rain continues as forecast.

Adding to the concern, the NDMA said that extra water released from India’s Thein, Pong, and Bhakra dams could raise water levels in the Ravi and Sutlej rivers even further.

Landslide Warning for Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan

On top of the flood alert, a separate landslide warning has been issued for Chitral and various mountain areas of Gilgit-Baltistan. This warning is active from July 21 to July 23. Roads and mountain routes in these regions may face blockages due to falling rocks and debris.

The NDMA has asked people to avoid unnecessary travel to these areas during this period. Officials have also told local authorities to keep a close watch on sensitive locations and be ready to respond quickly if roads get blocked.

For now, disaster teams across the country are on high alert. Families in flood-hit areas are being urged to stay cautious, avoid crossing rivers and streams during heavy flow, and follow safety instructions from local authorities.