Twin Cities High flood warning issued for low-lying areas across Rawalpindi and Islamabad

ISLAMABAD — Relentless monsoon downpours lashed the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, triggering urban flooding fears and prompting disaster management authorities to sound flood-warning sirens along Nullah Lai. The intense spell has submerged major thoroughfares and low-lying sectors, creating severe disruptions for daily commuters.

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According to meteorological and municipal officials, water levels at key monitoring points including Katarian and Gawalmandi rose rapidly, crossing preliminary alert thresholds. Heavy drainage machinery and emergency response teams from the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) have been mobilized across sensitive choke points to clear standing water and manage drainage outflow.

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The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and district administrations have placed rescue personnel on high alert, advising residents to stay clear of storm-water drains and avoid unnecessary travel. Emergency relief centers along high-risk catchment areas have been activated to respond to any urgent evacuation needs as further rainfall is forecast.

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