While managing recent floods, Safe City Muzaffargarh used thermal drones to locate a family of eight stranded at Mouza Doaaba on the Chenab River.
The drones’ alert enabled police to swiftly rescue the family and their animals, ensuring their safety.
This operation highlights Punjab’s use of advanced technology to tackle the ongoing flood crisis effectively.
In Bahawalnagar, drones are also being utilised to identify people trapped by floods.
The Punjab Chief Minister praised these efforts, noting that such innovations are vital for saving lives in affected areas.
The government remains focused on using technology to support rescue operations and protect communities hit by the devastating floods.
Punjab uses thermal drones for flood monitoring in multiple districts
Previously, Punjab used thermal-imaging drones to spot and track stranded people and livestock, the Chief Minister said.
In addition, operations covered Sialkot, Sargodha, Gujrat and Jhang.
The Safe City Authority coordinated 800 cases.
Most of Punjab is now CCTV monitored, CM noted.
Teams linked drone feeds with the Safe City network for faster response and control rooms directed field units to high-risk pockets and cut search time.
The Chief Minister praised the Safe City Authority for the effort, saying “well done.”
Similarly, she urged residents to follow evacuation advice and share verified helpline numbers.
Rescue coordination will continue as water levels change.
For more updates on floods: Live Updates: Punjab flood situation
