Rawal Dam spillways opened amid heavy rains; flooding in Sheikhupura
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At a glance
- Spillways of Rawal Dam opened after heavy rains raised water levels.
- Over 500 settlements submerged in Sheikhupura after Deg Nullah overflowed.
- Affected residents face power outages and shortages of essential supplies.
Story so far
Heavy monsoon rains across parts of Pakistan have led to critical situations. In the Islamabad-Rawalpindi area, the water level in Rawal Dam rose significantly, forcing the opening of its spillways. Authorities have issued safety warnings to the public. Separately, in Sheikhupura district, the Deg Nullah overflowed, inundating more than 500 settlements in Ferozewala and Muridke tehsils. The flooding has paralyzed daily life, cut off electricity, and created shortages of food and medicine for stranded residents.
Latest development
Heavy rains have forced the opening of Rawal Dam's spillways, while in Sheikhupura, an overflowing nullah has submerged over 500 settlements, leaving residents stranded and facing shortages of essential supplies.
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Hum News - Youtube
Rawal Dam Water Level Rises | Spillways Opened | Hum News | Pakistan
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