The Punjab PDMA director general, Irfan Ali Kathia, warned that river flows will stay high as the ninth monsoon spell begins, intensifying high flood risks in Punjab.
He said rain is expected to continue until September 2.
Kathia said it is raining again in the upper catchments of the Ravi and Sutlej, and their dams are at maximum capacity.
He cautioned that flows may remain high for weeks.
High flood risk looming over southern Punjab
In the next 24–48 hours, flooding in the Ravi could threaten Okara, Sahiwal, Toba Tek Singh, and areas to the south.
He described “unprecedented” water levels in the Sutlej.
For five days, the river held a steady 261,000 cusecs. This afternoon, it rose sharply to about 387,000 cusecs.
The flow has now entered Pakistan, posing a threat to populated areas.
Kathia called the situation a major challenge. He said the Punjab chief minister and other senior officials are personally monitoring conditions.
Authorities will keep watch on vulnerable districts as the monsoon spell continues.
Hard-hit areas include Jhang, Shorkot, Khanewal, Multan, Muzaffargarh, Bahawalnagar, Sialkot, and Narowal.
Floodwater reached the Kartarpur Sahib shrine as well.
Many displaced people have lost livelihoods and are unsure when they can return, underscoring Pakistan’s vulnerability to stronger monsoon seasons linked to climate change.
For live updates on recent floods visit: Live Updates: Punjab flood situation
