Sargodha, August 28, 2025, 11:13 AM PKT – Sargodha Flood Relief Intensifies as Chenab Flood Wave Peaks
The district administration in Sargodha intensified relief operations on August 28, 2025, as a 1 million cusec flood wave in the River Chenab passed through Kot Momin, following a peak flow of 1,017,000 cusecs recorded at Qadirabad.
Over 3,500 residents and 2,000 livestock have been evacuated to safer areas.
Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Wasim told NEN,
“We’re ensuring no loss of life with comprehensive relief measures.”
Relief camps are providing food and medical aid, with the Pakistan Army assisting in 12 flood-affected villages near Kot Momin .
Water levels are expected to recede by August 30, but vigilance remains high.
The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) reported medium flood levels at Marala and Khanki, urging residents to follow alerts.
Local farmers expressed concerns over crop losses, with a damage assessment planned for September.
“We’re committed to recovery,”
said DPO Sohaib Ashraf.
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