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Lahore: Floodwaters from the Ravi River have entered several residential areas of Chohang, causing serious concern among local residents. Streets and houses were inundated as the water level continued to rise, forcing families to move their belongings to safer places.
Emergency teams and local authorities are on high alert, with rescue operations being prepared in case the situation worsens. Sirens were heard in nearby neighborhoods, urging residents to take precautionary measures.
Officials have advised people living in low-lying areas to evacuate immediately and cooperate with the authorities to avoid any casualties. The situation remains critical as water flow in the Ravi River shows no signs of receding.
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Flash Floods in Eastern Punjab:
- Nearly 250,000 people have been displaced across eastern Punjab, and around 1.2 million are affected due to overflowing banks, particularly in areas near the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers.
- Authorities report evacuations of 150,000–210,000 residents, especially from low-lying western districts, with army and rescue teams deployed to assist.
- This marks the most severe flood emergency in Punjab since 1988. Over 1,400 villages have been impacted, and emergency relief/mass camps are being erected.
Immediate Situation in Chohang, Lahore:
- The Ravi River’s floodwaters have now breached into residential areas of Chohang, inundating homes and streets as the water continues to rise.
- Evacuation efforts are underway. Residents are relocating, and local emergency services are on high alert.
- Sirens are sounding, warning nearby communities to seek safety as the flood crisis escalates.
Note: This is a rapidly evolving situation with flood levels expected to remain high. Stay tuned for updates and official advisories.
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