Sindh is on high alert as authorities brace for floodwaters expected to enter the province on the night of September 2-3, potentially affecting up to 1.6 million people across multiple districts if the situation worsens. The Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) and local administration have identified 102 critical locations along the Indus River and other vulnerable areas, deploying heavy machinery, sandbags, and emergency equipment to prevent breaches in embankments or handle potential crises. Evacuation efforts are intensifying in low-lying villages and towns near riverbanks, with officials urging residents to move to designated relief camps or safer locations to ensure their safety before water levels rise further. The Guddu Barrage, a vital infrastructure point, is prepared to manage water flows of up to 1.2 million cusecs, but continuous heavy rainfall forecast for the coming days could push river levels higher, increasing pressure on protective barriers and raising concerns about flooding in urban and rural areas. Relief and rescue teams are on high alert, with mobile medical units, food supplies, clean water, and temporary shelters prepositioned to assist affected communities. President Asif Ali Zardari and Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari are closely monitoring developments, receiving regular updates from ground teams to coordinate an effective response. The Sindh government has assured the public that all available resources will be mobilized to minimize damage, protect lives, and support displaced families. Authorities are also appealing for public cooperation, advising residents to follow evacuation orders and avoid risky areas near rivers to prevent loss of life.
September 11, 2025
