Dam bursts, homes flooded, two dead as Chakwal hit by record 427mm rain

Pakistan Army intensifies flood rescue operations

In response to the ongoing flood crisis, the Pakistan Army has intensified its large-scale aerial rescue operations across the country. As part of immediate relief measures, many people from flood-affected regions have been safely relocated. Army Aviation helicopters are playing a crucial role in reaching remote and inaccessible areas for rescue and relief efforts. According to the latest reports, rescue teams saved three individuals in Chakri R…

Cloudburst Triggers Record Flooding in Chakwal; Choa Saidan Shah Worst Hit

A powerful cloudburst struck Chakwal district in Punjab on July 17, 2025, releasing an extraordinary 423 mm of rainfall within hours. This deluge set off flash floods and dam overflows, causing widespread devastation in Chakwal, Kallar Kahar, and the surrounding region. The town of Choa Saidan Shah was particularly hard hit, with extensive flooding in both residential and commercial areas. The heavy rain caused several small dams in the area to …

Dam bursts, homes flooded, two dead as Chakwal hit by record 427mm rain

Record-breaking rainfall of 427 millimeters lashed Chakwal and its surrounding areas in just 10 hours, triggering widespread flooding and prompting the district administration to declare a rain emergency. The heavy downpour caused a breach in a local dam, leading to mass evacuations in nearby settlements. Rainwater flooded homes, leaving many residents stranded and forcing several families to spend the night in the open. In the Khewal area, a ma…