The situation in Hushe village of Ghanche district has become alarming after flooding in the Hushe River completely cut off the village’s land connection.
Officials have alerted all relevant agencies as above-normal temperatures in Gilgit-Baltistan continue to accelerate glacier melt and raise water levels in rivers and streams.
An unusual increase in the flow of the Hushe River has placed both the Hushe suspension bridge and the under-construction RCC bridge under serious threat.
As a result, the land route to Hushe village has been completely disconnected, creating major difficulties for residents.
Residents face transport, emergency challenges
The closure of land access has severely affected transportation for the local population.
Tourism activities in the area have also been disrupted, while residents fear that emergency medical aid, relief work, and administrative operations could face serious delays if the situation worsens.
Residents have urged the Gilgit-Baltistan government, district administration, and relevant institutions to take immediate action. They demanded emergency protective measures, strengthening of river banks, and urgent steps to protect both bridges from further damage.
The local population has also called for the restoration of Hushe’s land connection through an alternative route or temporary bridge as soon as possible.
Glacier melt raises flood risk
Temperatures in Gilgit-Baltistan have risen above normal, increasing fears of rapid glacial melt. Due to the rising heat, glaciers have started melting quickly, causing water levels in rivers and streams to rise across the region.
Authorities in Gilgit have alerted all relevant agencies to remain prepared amid the growing risk of flooding and related emergencies.
