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Power Encroachment and the Dangers of Unregulated Wiring

In Pakistan, power encroachment and unregulated wiring are a concern, especially in urban areas, along with the menace of electricity theft and faulty electrical setups. While many unscrupulous individuals may see it as a quick way to save money, the dangers associated with these illegal and unsafe practices are far-reaching. From the risk of fires...

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Dangers of Encroachments in Pakistan: Why we need to act now

Whenever you walk through a busy street in Pakistan, you see roads, pavements, and even parks slowly being taken over by unauthorized structures.  Encroachments are more than just an inconvenience. They pose serious risks to safety, public spaces, and the environment. While it might be a quick fix for some, the dangers of encroachment can...

Pakistan Floods 2022: Flood reaches Dadu. Death toll surpasses 1162

It began in the North and has reached the Dadu district, the flood damaging millions of houses. Around 1,941 people were injured, while 36 were killed during the past 24 hours. According to Dawn.com, 1.2 million people had been affected and displaced in Sindh's Dadu district. If the water level continues to rise in the MNV drain, Dadu...

Save Women, save Mothers; 73000 are to deliver next month as the devastation of the floods in Pakistan continues!

According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the Dawn news has reported that at least 650,000 pregnant women, out of whom 73,000 are expected to deliver next month, in the flood-affected areas are in dire need of maternal health services. Therefore, many women and girls are at an incre­a­­sed risk of gender-based violence (GBV). Up...

Amid floods destruction: NDMA advises government bodies to stay alert

Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority has constantly been monitoring flood situations across Pakistan. According to the dire and worst conditions, NDMA has introduced advisories to the relevant authorities to stay vigilant and cope with the conditions well. Maintain enhanced alert level/monitoring of developing situations to reduce reaction /response times.   All civic agencies/rescue services (Rescue...

Flood Safety Tips

Floods have been devastating for the people of Pakistan. Floods have ravaged the infrastructure from Sindh to KP, particularly in Sindh and Balochistan. Over 1000 deaths have been reported, with hundreds of thousands displaced after the floods wreaked havoc. Follow the precautions below to survive in Floods: 1: Flood safety measures 2: Take flood warnings seriously 3: Don't build...

The death toll exceeds 1000 and thousands of people are displaced as flood wreaks havoc across Pakistan

Pakistan has become a victim of floods since June 2022. However, despite warnings, floods continue to wreak havoc across Pakistan due to climate catastrophes. Most cities of Sindh, Balochistan, and KP are inundated with flood water. As a result, hundreds of infrastructures have been destroyed, including houses and commercial buildings (Hotels, etc.) More than 1000 people have...

Hyderabad: A young sanitary worker was electrocuted while clearing rainwater

Sonu Masih, a sanitary worker at the Liaquat National Hospital city branch, was found dead on the roof. According to the Dawn News, he was electrocuted while clearing rainwater on the rooftop of the building amid heavy downpours. His family held a sit-in as a protest outside the hospital. They demanded legal action against the officer assigned and...

Hyderabad: Low-lying areas are inundated due to torrential rain

Heavy rain flogged the city areas causing inundation of the low-lying regions and abeyance of business and commercial activities in major markets and bazaars. Rainwater accumulated in Qasimabad, Latifabad and city talukas, especially in the low-lying areas. All main roads were flooded with rainwater, causing traffic gridlock in different areas.