Iran Press/Asia: "The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has reported a grim toll from ongoing torrential rains in Pakistan, with at least 195 fatalities and 362 injuries recorded between July 1 and August 17," the daily reported, adding that seven deaths were registered over the past 24 hours alone.
The extensive damage caused by the heavy rains includes the destruction of 2,293 properties. Additionally, the floods have destroyed 44 kilometers of roads and 30 bridges nationwide.
Heavy rainfall is expected to continue on Monday, August 19, in various parts of the country, potentially flooding low-lying areas of Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Sialkot, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Nowshera, and Peshawar.
The situation remains critical as authorities work to respond to the ongoing humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the severe weather.
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