Published on, Aug. 30 -- August 30, 2025 7:25 PM

Floods in Punjab have caused severe damage, with the death toll reaching 30. The situation remains critical as water levels rise in the Sutlej and Ravi rivers. In response, authorities have begun breaching dykes to divert floodwaters and protect major cities.

The Sutlej River's dyke in Vehari collapsed, flooding the surrounding areas, including Khachi village. Land communication has been cut off, making it harder to deliver aid. Authorities are evacuating people from nearby villages to avoid further casualties. Meanwhile, floodwaters carrying one million cusecs of water are expected to reach Multan on Saturday evening.

To manage the situation, authorities have used explosives to create c...