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Flood emergency declared in Lasbela after heavy rain

Meanwhile, widespread rains were recorded in different areas of Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan. The Met Office forecasts more rain during the week till Friday.

By Web Desk
February 21, 2019


 QUETTA: The Balochistan government on Wednesday issued flood emergency in Lasbela and other areas after heavy  rain lashed the city and suburban areas, seeking the help of Pakistan Army and other state institutions for the rehabilitation activities.

Balochistan government  has  sought help from Pakistan Army due to the worsening situation in Lasbela district amid continuous rain, the government spokesperson's statement said:   “Emergency has been declared in Lasbela.”

The spokesperson added that departments concerned and the district administration of Lasbela are taking part in the rehabilitation process.

Meanwhile, widespread rains were recorded in different areas of Punjab, Sindh and Balochistan. The Met Office forecasts more rain during the week till Friday. 

The Met Office,  in a last week press statement , said: “Widespread rain-thunderstorm (with few moderate to scattered heavyfalls) is expected in Balochistan, while at scattered places in Sindh on Tuesday (evening) to Thursday. While in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Islamabad, Gilgit Baltistan and Kashmir till Friday.”