ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has warned of high flooding in the Chenab River and advised residents in vulnerable areas to remain vigilant and follow local guidance to mitigate the potential impacts of flooding.
According to the flood alert issued by the NDMA, National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC), a severe flood threat looms over adjoining areas along the Chenab River as heavy rainfall in the upper catchment regions, combined with water discharge from the dam, has triggered another flood wave moving from Marala towards Khanki headworks.
The flow at Marala Headworks was recorded at 548,237 cusecs on Wednesday, with a flood wave reached Qadirabad around 3:00am and projections indicating the flow could rise to 550,000 cusecs.
Flood wave likely to reach Trimmu Headworks on 8th
The flood wave in River Chenab is expected to reach Trimmu Headworks on September 8 at 7am with a flow of 330,000 cusecs.
It is forecast to arrive at Panjnad on September 11 at 8pm with 264,000 cusecs, and at Guddu Barrage on September 13 at 8pm with 217,000 cusecs.
NDMA has directed local and district administrations to initiate immediate safety and relief measures in flood-prone areas.
Residents near rivers—Khanki, Qadirabad, Trimmu, Panjnad, and Guddu—are urged to evacuate to safer locations.
Citizens are further advised to cooperate with authorities, avoid travel to affected zones, and follow official instructions for return.
