Pakistan's Punjab province is reeling from devastating floods that have killed at least 50 people, with rescue teams battling to reach stranded communities as relentless monsoon rains continue to pummel the region.
State of Emergency Declared
Local authorities have declared a state of emergency after entire villages were submerged under floodwaters. The provincial disaster management agency reports that over 100 homes have been completely destroyed, leaving hundreds homeless.
Rescue Operations Underway
Emergency services are working around the clock to evacuate residents from affected areas. "We're using boats and helicopters to reach people cut off by the rising waters," said a spokesperson for the rescue services.
Infrastructure Collapse
The floods have caused widespread damage to critical infrastructure:
- 15 major roads completely washed away
- Power outages affecting 200,000 residents
- Clean water supplies contaminated
Meteorologists warn that more heavy rainfall is expected in the coming days, potentially exacerbating the crisis. "This is one of the worst monsoon seasons we've seen in decades," noted a climate scientist monitoring the situation.
