Severe heat and the persistent rainfall and brought on flooding in Hunza River, creating an emergency situation in the Faizabad village of Gilgit.
A sudden surge in the water has washed away two swimming pools, hotels, and homes, seriously damaging the property of the citizens and forcing them to relocate.
The situation is dire as an electricity pole of 13kV main transmission line is also in danger, which, if compromised, could lead to a major disaster affecting the region’s power of supply.
The Water and Power Department of Gilgit-Baltistan is making every effort to secure the endangered power pole to prevent widespread power outage. Local authorities have been working tirelessly to ensure the safety of the residents.
The local government has appealed for aid from federal agencies and humanitarian organizations to support the affected families and restore essential services.
Emergency teams have been deployed to the affected areas, and evacuation measures are being implemented to prevent any further damage to the citizens.
Efforts are underway to provide temporary shelter, food, and medical care to those displaced by the floodwaters.
This event calls for a coordinated effort to strengthen resilience and adaptive capacities in vulnerable areas like Gilgit-Baltistan, as it serves as an important reminder of the frequency and severity of extreme weather events that are growing more prevalent.
