Over 350 dead in KP floods, aid work underway

KP-Flood-(Special Correspondent / Web Desk)- Deadly monsoon floods devastate Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, leaving hundreds dead and thousands displaced as government speeds up relief efforts

At least 358 people have died after relentless rains and flash floods wreaked havoc in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) over the last three days, according to the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA). The province is struggling to recover as rehabilitation and rescue operations continue.

Flood situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Heavy downpours, beginning on August 15, led to widespread flooding that destroyed homes, displaced families, and caused severe infrastructure damage across districts including Buner, Swat, Shangla, and Mansehra.

The PDMA’s latest report shows that 358 people lost their lives, while 181 others were injured. Tragically, the fatalities included 287 men, 41 women, and 30 children.

• Buner reported the highest death toll with 225 fatalities and 120 injuries, making it the hardest-hit district.

• Shangla recorded 36 deaths, followed by 22 in Mansehra, 22 in Bajaur, and 20 in Swat.

• Other districts, including Swabi, Lower Dir, Nowshera, Abbottabad, Torghar, and South Waziristan, also reported casualties.

In total, 780 homes were damaged across KP, with 349 fully destroyed and 431 partially damaged. The floods also killed 427 cattle, deepening the suffering of affected families.

Ongoing rescue and rehabilitation efforts

Authorities have released Rs3 billion to speed up flood recovery. More than 6,000 rescue workers are currently deployed across KP, and 5,210 people have been safely evacuated so far.

KP Flood Relief: How Affected Residents Can Claim Compensation

The provincial government has also launched a mobile application to streamline financial compensation for families, while 176 rescue centers have been set up in flood-affected districts.

Additionally, 100 damaged roads have already been cleared, restoring connectivity to many areas.

Baltistan Highway restored after six days

In Gilgit-Baltistan, the Baltistan Highway—a critical route blocked by flooding—has been reopened after six days. The road closure had left thousands of tourists and locals stranded, while fuel and food supplies were cut off. With its reopening, trucks carrying vital goods have finally reached Skardu.

Floods in Balochistan also cause casualties

Since June 28, 22 people have died in Balochistan due to heavy rains and flash floods. The province has also reported damage to 83 houses, solar panels, and public property. Restoration work on bridges and roads is ongoing.