Monsoon Mayhem: 299 Lives Lost, Children Bear Brunt of Deadly Floods
The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) has revised its casualty figures for the recent flash floods and torrential rains, revealing a grim toll of 299 fatalities. This updated data paints a devastating picture of the monsoon’s fury.
The death toll includes a heartbreaking 140 children, highlighting the vulnerability of the youngest members of society during such calamities. The NDMA also reports 102 male and 57 female fatalities.
The Dawn newspaper initially reported these figures, underscoring the severity of the situation and the urgent need for relief and rehabilitation efforts.
This tragic loss of life underscores the critical need for improved early warning systems and disaster preparedness measures across the country, especially in flood-prone regions. The government must prioritize investment in robust infrastructure and community-based disaster resilience programs to prevent such devastating losses in the future.
