Lahore : The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) Punjab has reported low-level flooding in the Indus River at Chashma Barrage, while water levels at major dams and barrages remain under observation.
According to the PDMA, Tarbela Dam’s water level has risen to 1,546 feet, reaching 96% capacity, while Mangla Dam stands at 1,205.25 feet, 63% full. The Indus River is experiencing low-level flooding at Chashma Barrage, but flows at Tarbela, Kalabagh, Taunsa, Guddu, Sukkur, and Kotri barrages remain normal.
Key Updates:
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Jhelum, Sutlej, and Kabul rivers are flowing normally.
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Chenab River and its tributaries are at normal levels.
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Ravi River is flowing normally, but its tributary, Basantar Nullah, is under low-level flood.
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No significant flow has been reported in hill torrents of Koh-e-Suleman/Dera Ghazi Khan division.
Precautionary Measures:
Authorities have imposed Section 144 around major rivers, canals, and streams across Punjab to ensure public safety. The PDMA continues to monitor the situation closely.
