The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has released latest report on the loss of lives and property caused by recent heavy rains and flash floods across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP).
According to the PDMA, 323 people lost their lives and 156 were injured in various incidents. Among the deceased are 263 men, 29 women, and 21 children, while the injured include 123 men, 23 women, and 10 children.
According to the report 336 houses were damaged, including 320 partially damaged and 160 completely destroyed.
Buner district was reported as the worst-hit area, with 209 deaths recorded. Other affected districts include Swat, Bajaur, Torghar, Mansehra, Shangla, and Battagram.
The PDMA has also warned of more heavy rainfall between August 17 and 19, with the spell expected to continue until August 21.
In response, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has ordered the release of relief funds for the affected districts and directed all relevant departments to accelerate rescue and relief operations.
