Monsoon rains claim 10 lives in Balochistan

QUETTA: Recent monsoon rains in Balochistan have resulted in 10 fatalities and 31 injuries across various incidents, according to a report by the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA).

The PDMA’s report details significant human and material losses in several districts of the province due to the ongoing monsoon season. Since June 7, the rains have caused numerous accidents, including roof and wall collapses, leading to 10 deaths and 31 injuries, with children among the casualties.

The report further states that 89 houses were completely destroyed, and 170 suffered partial damage. Overall, 1,799 individuals have been affected by the rains.

Additionally, 17 kilometres of roads and 310 acres of agricultural land have been damaged. Despite the heavy rains, the situation of dams in Balochistan remains normal. PDMA has assured that relief operations by PDMA and district administrations are actively ongoing in the affected areas.

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