Summary
- Several areas were affected by severe weather conditions, with emergency teams continuing relief and rescue operations.
- According to rescue officials, 16 people, including women and children, were travelling in the vehicle when it was caught in the floodwater.
- Assistant Commissioner officials said rescue and relief activities were continuing in the affected areas to assist people impacted by the floods.
The death toll from torrential rains and flash floods in Khyber district has risen to six, according to rescue officials. Several areas were affected by severe weather conditions, with emergency teams continuing relief and rescue operations.
Rescue authorities said four people lost their lives in Landi Kotal, while two others died after being swept away by floodwaters in Jamrud. Officials confirmed that the victims were caught in powerful flood currents caused by heavy rainfall in the region.
The situation became more critical when a vehicle carrying an Afghan family toward Torkham was swept away by a flash flood. According to rescue officials, 16 people, including women and children, were travelling in the vehicle when it was caught in the floodwater.
Rescue teams managed to save 13 people from the vehicle, while efforts continued to recover those who went missing. Officials later confirmed that the bodies of three people who died in the floodwaters were recovered. The bodies were handed over to Afghan authorities following completion of necessary procedures.
Assistant Commissioner officials said rescue and relief activities were continuing in the affected areas to assist people impacted by the floods. Emergency teams have been working to evacuate stranded individuals and provide support to those affected by the severe weather.
Authorities also reported that more than 100 vehicles stranded on the Pakistan-Afghanistan Highway were safely moved to secure locations. However, three vehicles, including a van, were swept away by flood currents during the incident.
The heavy rains and sudden flooding have caused significant disruption in parts of Khyber district, damaging transportation routes and creating difficulties for local communities and travelers. Rescue agencies, district administration officials, and other relevant departments are coordinating efforts to manage the situation.
Officials have urged residents and travelers to remain cautious, especially in areas vulnerable to flash floods. People have also been advised to avoid crossing flooded streams and waterways due to the risk of sudden increases in water flow.
The rescue operation remains underway, with authorities continuing assessments of damages and providing assistance to affected families. Further updates regarding casualties, damages, and relief efforts are expected as teams complete their operations in the flood-hit areas.
