Rawalpindi has experienced exceptionally heavy rainfall, with authorities saying the city has recorded its highest level of rain in 16 years. According to the Rawalpindi Cantonment Board, similar rainfall levels were last seen in 2010.
The intense downpour has created a serious flooding threat in several parts of the city, particularly in low-lying neighbourhoods. Water has entered streets and homes, forcing authorities to maintain emergency and evacuation arrangements.
Nullah Lai remains under close watch as its water level stays near the 20-foot mark, which is considered the evacuation threshold. District authorities have kept response teams ready and urged residents living near vulnerable areas to take precautionary measures.
People in low-lying locations have been advised to move to safer places where necessary. Emergency teams remain deployed to assist residents and respond to areas affected by rising water.
The Pakistan Army, Rescue 1122, Rangers and other government departments are on standby as authorities continue monitoring the situation.
Rescue workers have already evacuated several families who became trapped after floodwater entered residential areas. Teams are continuing to assess affected neighbourhoods and help people move to safer locations.
The heavy rain has disrupted normal life across parts of Rawalpindi, with flooding creating dangerous conditions for residents and motorists. Roads and streets in affected areas have become difficult to use as water continues to accumulate.
Authorities are closely monitoring weather conditions and water levels to determine whether additional evacuations will be required.
The latest rainfall has highlighted Rawalpindi’s vulnerability to intense monsoon spells, particularly in areas located near Nullah Lai and other drainage channels.
Residents have been urged to remain alert, avoid travelling through flooded areas and follow instructions issued by the district administration and emergency services. As rescue and relief operations continue, authorities remain focused on protecting lives and assisting families affected by the flooding.
